Financial Manager II

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Stability

Career Growth

Meaningful Work

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

Utah Office for Victims of Crime seeks a Financial Manager II to oversee day-to-day fiscal operations, budget management, and compliance with state and federal rules. You will model fiscal implications of bills and prepare transparent financial reporting for leadership.

Reporting to the Director, you will supervise analysts, coordinate with auditors, and ensure 100% compliance while driving financial excellence in state government operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• 5+ years progressive governmental accounting/budget management experience.
• Experience administering federal grants and restricted funds.
• Familiarity with state financial systems (e.g., Vantage) and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budget formulation, expenditure monitoring, and internal controls for state and federal funds.
• Direct the annual close-out process and model fiscal impact of legislation.
• Serve as primary liaison with auditors and provide fiscal analysis to leadership.
• Produce high-quality financial reports reflecting office health and sustainability.

Skills

5+ years governmental accounting & | 2

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Vantage

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package. Salary – $50.00 - $53.34 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Application Deadline – 11/6/2026*

This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

FINANCIAL MANAGER II

Are you a high-level fiscal professional ready to drive financial excellence for the State of Utah? The Utah Office for Victims of Crime (UOVC) is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Financial Manager II to oversee our day-to-day fiscal operations. Reporting directly to the Director of UOVC, you will be the engine behind the agency’s financial integrity, ensuring every dollar is accounted for and every fiscal process is optimized.

In this role, you aren’t just managing spreadsheets—you are a critical bridge between complex data and real-world policy impact. We are looking for a manager who can take full ownership of budget management, expenditure monitoring, and the annual close-out process. You will serve as a key technical advisor during the legislative session, modeling the fiscal impact of new bills and ensuring our office remains in 100% compliance with both state and federal policies and regulations.

As the primary point of contact for state and federal auditors, you will promote transparency and provide the insights necessary to illustrate the financial health of our office. Whether you are a public-sector veteran or a private-sector expert looking to transition into a high-impact mission, we invite you to bring your analytical logic and leadership to the UOVC team.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership & Accountability

• Operational Excellence: Drive continuous improvement in accounting and financial services, implementing best practices to streamline office-wide fiscal operations.
• Full-Cycle Budget Oversight: Oversee all financial activities, including budget formulation, expenditure monitoring, and the rigorous enforcement of internal controls for state and federal funds.
• Fiscal Year Stewardship: Direct the comprehensive annual close-out process to ensure the precise recording of all revenues and expenditures in alignment with state and federal requirements.
• Financial Transparency: Produce high-fidelity financial reports that provide stakeholders with a clear, transparent view of the office’s fiscal health and long-term sustainability.

Financial Coordination and Oversight

• Daily Financial Activities: Supervise financial analysts and assist in daily work assignments and tasks.
• Travel System Coordinator: Ensure staff are aware of and compliant with state travel policies and procedures.

Legislative & Audit Partnership

• Legislative Impact Analysis: Partner with agency leadership and program managers to model and estimate the fiscal impact of proposed legislation during general and special sessions.
• Authorized Liaison: Serve as the central point of contact for financial interactions with the Governor’s Office, Legislative Fiscal Analysts, and both state and federal auditors.
• Compliance & Audit Management: Coordinate with auditing bodies to ensure sound accounting practices; interpret findings and implement strategic recommendations to maintain 100% compliance with applicable laws.
• Expert Advisory: Respond authoritatively to inquiries from legislators, subcommittees, and legislative staff regarding the office’s financial standing and regulatory adherence.

Data Analysis & Decision Support

• Technical Synthesis: Analyze and summarize complex datasets to identify trends, interpret results, and present data-driven recommendations to executive leadership.

Qualifications

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Professional Background

• Educational Excellence: Holds a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will be highly considered.
• Proven Expertise: Offers 5+ years of progressive experience in governmental accounting, budget management, or high-level financial operations.
• Funding Complexity: Demonstrates a strong track record of managing complex funding models, including the administration and reporting of federal grants and restricted funds.
• Governmental Fluency: While external applicants are highly considered, preference may be given to those with direct experience in state financial systems (e.g., Vantage) and a deep understanding of federal financial guidelines and regulations.

Key Competencies

• Executive Presence: Experienced in advising executive management and working effectively with elected or high-ranking officials.
• Analytical Logic: Ability to use logical analysis to identify underlying fiscal principles and facts to solve complex organizational problems.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional written and verbal skills, with a proven ability to deliver clear, concise presentations to diverse audiences, including legislative committees.

About The Role

Location

420 East South Temple St., Ste 500

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111

United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

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 Utah Office for Victims of Crime supports the pursuit of professional growth and development through a culture that encourages great employees, great attitudes and teamwork. UOVC is a unique, small office staffed with an excellent team of diverse experiences and expertise. Working in this office will give you a direct, hands‑on experience that will grow your professional skills and capabilities. We also have great benefits! Check them out here !

The Agency

The Utah Office for Victims of Crime (UOVC) provides financial compensation for victims of crime, administers and monitors victim assistance grants, networks victim services across the state, provides enhanced training, and provides staff support to the Utah Council on Victims of Crime. To read more about our office, please visit our website 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) 957-957-9390.