Financial Manager

The Financial Manager for the Department of Government Operations, and assigned to the Division of Technology Services (DTS) plays a vital role in supporting the finances of the division. Under general supervision, the Financial Manager I performs complex, professional duties in financial management, including budget creation, forecasting, fiscal monitoring and reporting, accounting, and supervision of assigned staff. This position ensures compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to financial operations.

Job Details

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $29.44 - $42.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Victoria Trujillo | ***email_hidden***

Application Deadline – 6/24/2026

Key Responsibilities

A Financial Manager I

• Develops, implements, and manages annual operating and capital budgets for the DTS Internal Service Fund aswell as Appropriated Funds. Works with various directors and managers to gather budget requests and ensurealignment with organizational goals.
• Conducts financial forecasting and analysis to predict future financial performance and identify potential risks andopportunities.
• Monitors expenditures, revenues, and financial trends. Prepares comprehensive financial reports for managementand stakeholders, highlighting variances and providing recommendations.
• Oversees the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other fiscal functions. Ensures accurateand timely financial transactions and reconciliations.
• Supervises and trains financial staff, ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures. Conductsperformance evaluations and provides professional development opportunities.
• Analyzes financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Provides insights andrecommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensures all financial activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies andprocedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures to improve efficiency andeffectiveness of financial operations.
• Prepares for and assists with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial software
• Sound problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with government or non-profit accounting, and/or a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a financial or accounting related field preferred.
• Preference may be given to current State of Utah employees

About The Role

Location – Taylorsville State Office Building

4315 S 2700 W

Taylorsville, Utah, 84129

United States

Background Check Required – No

Drug Test Required – Yes

Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The State's environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing millions of data elements every day. To learn more about the Department of Government Operations, click here . To learn more about The Division of Technology Services check us out click here .

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.