Financial Comptroller - MOVERS

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave & holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Missouri seeks a seasoned Financial Comptroller and Contractor Compliance Officer for the MOVERS program in Jefferson City, MO. You will lead financial planning, vendor contract oversight, and executive reporting to ensure fiscal discipline and value across a major ERP implementation.

You will coordinate with the Office of Administration and program leadership to balance funding with program objectives and public accountability in a critical statewide modernization effort.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of financial management, budgeting, and contractor oversight in large programs.
• Experience directing financial leadership and contract oversight for multi-year transformation programs.
• Ability to analyze data, forecast risks, and brief senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial oversight of vendor contracts to ensure alignment with funding and program goals.
• Serve as enforcement authority over vendors and approve deliverables before funds release.
• Lead budget development, multi-year forecasts, and variance analysis with executive feedback.
• Provide financial reporting to Program Director, Executive Steering Committee, and state leaders.
• Support audits, external reviews, and compliance with state policies.

Skills

Financial acumen

Budgeting & forecasting

Contract management

Public sector experience

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Why You’ll Love This Position

The MOVERS (Missouri Vital Enterprise Resource System) program is a transformational, statewide initiative to modernize the State of Missouri's core administrative systems, including enterprise resource management, human capital management, and enterprise performance management. The program is currently undergoing a critical replanning and restructuring phase to ensure its long-term success and to deliver a unified, efficient platform for all three branches of government.

Job Location: Jefferson City, MO

The State of Missouri is seeking a Financial Comptroller and Contractor Compliance Officer to serve as the senior financial leader and contractor liaison for the MOVERS program. Reporting directly to the MOVERS Program Executive, the Financial Comptroller acts as the primary financial manager accountable to program leadership, providing forward‑looking analysis, forecasting, and recommendations to support executive decision‑making for a large‑scale statewide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation. The Financial Comptroller leads financial planning, budget development, financial oversight of contracts, and financial risk management for the program, ensuring alignment with approved funding, state fiscal requirements, and enterprise program objectives. The Financial Comptroller also collaborates closely with the key financial and budget executives across the state to ensure accuracy and transparency in project financial reporting. Additionally, the Financial Comptroller will be responsible for overseeing the management of relations with external project vendors. This role serves as the definitive enforcement authority over vendor contracts, ensuring strict compliance and deliverable quality prior to the authorization of state funds.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

Contract & Vendor Financial Oversight

• Lead financial oversight of vendor contracts, ensuring financial terms, invoicing, and expenditures strictly align with contractual obligations, program objectives, and approved funding.
• Act as the program’s primary enforcement authority over vendors, driving a rigorous and fair approval process to ensure the State is paying for valuable work as required in the contractor.
• Directly review vendor deliverables to ensure they are up to standard before any funds are released.
• Evaluate contract modifications, amendments, or financial strategies to support program delivery while maintaining strict fiscal discipline.
• Continuously assess financial risk, cost controls, and value realization across all vendor engagements on the project.

Budget Leadership & Financial Planning

• Lead development, maintenance, and refinement of the MOVERS program budget across fiscal years, in coordination with the Office of Administration and program leadership.
• Establish and maintain multi‑year, scenario‑based forecasts, analyses, and variance assessments to identify emerging financial risks and opportunities.
• Provide early identification and escalation of budget risks, funding pressures, or deviations, along with recommended mitigation strategies.
• Assess and communicate the financial implications of program decisions, including changes to scope, sequencing, vendor strategies, or delivery approaches.
• Support executive leadership in balancing fiscal constraints with program objectives, risks, and long‑term public value.

Financial Reporting & Performance Management

• Lead executive‑level financial reporting for the program, including preparation and presentation of financial status, forecasts, and risks to the Program Director, Program Executive, Executive Steering Committee, and state leadership.
• Oversee financial reporting and controls supporting ERP implementation governance, including reporting tied to system milestones, module deployments, and statewide rollout phases.
• Ensure financial reporting and controls comply with applicable state policies, standards, and oversight requirements.
• Support audits, external reviews, and oversight inquiries related to MOVERS program finances as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eight (8) or more years of experience in financial management, budgeting, or fiscal oversight, procurement, and contractor management, including leadership roles supporting large, complex initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience providing financial leadership and contract management leadership and oversight for multi‑year transformation programs in the public sector, preferably for ERP implementations.
• Proven ability to analyze financial data, develop forecasts, and communicate financial risks and recommendations to senior or executive‑level leadership.
• Strong executive communication and presentation skills, with experience briefing senior leadership or oversight bodies.
• Experience supporting large‑scale enterprise system implementations (e.g., ERP, financial systems, or statewide modernization initiatives).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related discipline is preferred, a graduate degree or certifications in a related discipline (MBA, MPA, CPA, etc) is a plus.
• Demonstrated public service orientation and stewardship of public resources.
• Experience supporting executive governance structures, steering committees, or senior leadership decision‑making.
• Experience managing or advising on financial aspects of vendor contracts in large‑scale technology or transformational initiatives.
• Experience supporting legislative, audit, or external oversight bodies related to program finances.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.