Financial System, Support & Reporting Manager (WMS2)

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans designs builds and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the addition to maintaining over 20000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan manages the worlds longest floating bridge and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as the Financial System Support & Reporting Manager within the Accounting and Financial Services (AFS) Division. This high-impact role leads multiple teams responsible for financial systems development support training and reporting that enable statewide financial operations across the agency.

As a trusted leader and subject matter expert you will help safeguard the integrity of WSDOTs financial systems and reporting by ensuring compliance with accounting standards regulatory requirements and internal controls. This position plays a critical role in advancing statewide financial services that support safe reliable and cost-effective transportation for communities across Washington. You will partner with leaders technical teams and external stakeholders to improve systems implement policy strengthen operational performance and ensure WSDOT remains audit-ready and positioned for long-term success.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role you will:

• Lead and support multidisciplinary teams responsible for financial systems development support training and reporting to deliver accurate timely and compliant outcomes.
• Establish strategic direction for financial systems by aligning priorities enhancements and operational improvements with agency goals and compliance requirements.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal leaders external partners and regulatory entities to communicate system changes risks and priorities effectively.
• Foster a collaborative high-performing culture by establishing performance expectations supporting professional growth managing competing priorities and ensuring operational continuity.
• Strengthen governance internal controls and audit readiness through effective change management system security access controls and performance monitoring.
• Oversee end-user training and support programs to ensure staff have accessible resources current guidance and high-quality service experiences.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies leveraging data to inform decisions and supporting innovation in financial systems and business processes.
• Communicate complex technical and financial concepts clearly to diverse audiences including leadership end users and stakeholders across the agency.
• Safeguard agency financial systems by overseeing vendor service agreements disaster recovery planning system upgrades maintenance testing and operational readiness.
• Manage vendor contracts for financial systems including drafting reviewing modifying and monitoring agreements to ensure compliance and service expectations are met.
• Analyze develop and implement complex financial policies and regulations to support statewide accounting practices compliance and financial system integrity.
• Serve on behalf of the Assistant Director as needed to support operational continuity and organizational priorities.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following competencies are required:

• Advanced Strategic Leadership: Ability to lead supervise and develop multidisciplinary teams while fostering collaboration accountability and continuous growth.
• Policy & Regulatory Expertise: Knowledge of complex financial policies regulatory environments and compliance requirements with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
• Analytical Thinking: Skill in evaluating complex data systems and business processes to support sound decision-making and organizational performance.
• Strategic Alignment: Ability to align team priorities system initiatives and operational goals with organizational objectives and compliance requirements.
• Influence & Communication: Ability to influence decisions through clear data-informed recommendations and translate complex concepts into understandable information for diverse audiences.
• Decision-Making: Ability to make high-impact decisions in complex environments where information may be incomplete or precedent may be limited.
• Financial Systems Knowledge: Knowledge of large-scale governmental financial systems and statewide financial reporting environments.
• Federal Compliance Knowledge: Knowledge of federal funding requirements and compliance practices related to financial operations and reimbursement.
• Data & Performance Measurement: Skill in using analytics reporting strategies and performance measures to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Systems Innovation: Knowledge of emerging technologies automation tools and system optimization strategies.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• State Financial Systems Integration: Knowledge of state financial systems integration such as AFRS DOTtime TRAINS 4.0 HRMS IDL Crosswalk Synapse or related system interfaces.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• In addition to base salary employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type duties or location of the position. For union-represented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found inChapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle. As such there are a number of flexible schedule options available including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave In addition to 12 paid holidays full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses including tuition reimbursement programs government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• PlanFor Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go toState Benefits for more information.

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How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance technical skills and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons regardless of race ethnicity age veteran status sexual orientation and/ or gender identity are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

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