Lead Transportation Finance Manager

As a Lead Transportation Finance Specialist you will:

• Lead a team to ensure that the organizations strategic plan mission vision and values are communicated and integrated into theteams strategies goals objectives work plans and work products and services.
• Represent the Division Administrator and have delegated authority to develop promote and implement improved accounting practicesand procedures.
• Manage the Divisions financial team and ensure oversight and compliance with regulatory requirements and provide annualcertification of internal financial controls. Approve or review project agreements/modifications and payment/reimbursement requestswhile providing oversight to ensure eligibility and adequate documentation.
• Evaluate reports of alleged non-compliance from state audits follow up on corrective actions to completion. Conduct periodic billingreviews and transaction testing to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Federal payments approved by the Division. Coordinate withthe State DOT to identify root causes make recommendations and implement corrective actions.
• Review the States financial management systems and processes annually to determine compliance with Federal regulatoryrequirements and integrity of financial transactions recorded in the Fiscal Management Information System (FMIS).

The ideal candidate for this position is proficient in the review interpretation and application of financial management programs and candidate is experienced in leading and overseeing financial reviews working with senior level professionals in various organizations servingas a senior agency/organization representative and leading people. The candidate is also experienced in cultivating relationships motivatingothers and creating a collaborative environment.

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
• Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
• PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT:Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Relocation and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and aservice agreement may be required.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the Grade 13 you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12 it must include:

• Experience conducting reviews and/or audits of financial programs such as system assessment statement of assurance and financial integrity reviews to ensure expenditure of funds in accordance with regulatory or legal requirements; AND
• Experience in managing various programs (i.e. grants and cooperative agreements). This includes compliance oversight reconciling and monitoring fund balances reporting improper payment reviews and fiscal integrity; AND
• Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders such as grant recipients contractors and other federal agencies tocoordinate financial activities identify problems and recommend solutions.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Financial Management - Prepares justifies and/or administers the budget for program areas; plans administers and monitors expenditures toensure cost-effective support of programs and policies; assesses financial condition of an organization.
2. Compliance - Knowledge of procedures for assessing evaluating and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal lawsregulations and guidance.
3. Financial Assistance Mechanisms - Knowledge of the differences between acquisition and financial assistance purposes and requirements;knowledge of Federal assistance instruments techniques and procedures for grants (for example block mandatory discretionary) andagreements (for example cooperative interagency).
4. Contracting/Procurement - Knowledge of various types of contracts techniques or requirements (for example Federal Acquisitions Regulations)for contracting or procurement and contract negotiation and administration.
5. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unitproduces including the general public individuals who work in the agency other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to assesstheir needs provide information or assistance resolve their problems or satisfy theirexpectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

For all types of consideration experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

For additional information about applying to Federal positions please click on the following link: applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.