Regional Finance & Ops Leader - Public Sector

State of Washington; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a Regional Business Manager to lead financial oversight and business services across Region 3 facilities. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, Lean process improvement, and safeguarding public funds through robust internal controls.

The position is full-time, exempt, with a monthly salary of $11,261 and telework/hybrid options within Washington state. Travel may be required to support operations and collaboration across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management or related field from an accredited institution; substitution year-for-year for up to 4 years of required experience
• Experience with governmental accounting and compliance with appropriation laws
• Strong supervisory and leadership capabilities to manage a regional team
• Ability to implement Lean principles to improve processes and reduce waste

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Local Business Managers and Business Services operations at facilities
• Provide oversight of budgets and financial records for accuracy and compliance
• Plan and administer efficient and effective regional business services
• Lead Lean improvement efforts to optimize workflows and reduce non-value-added activities
• Support strategic planning and resource management across Region 3 facilities

Education

Eleven (11) years of professional accounting experience (journey level or higher)

Five (5) years of supervisory experience (coaching, mentoring, training)

Four (4) years of professional level experience providing consult/direction on ethics, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, warehousing, rules and regulations

Extensive working knowledge of Governmental Accounting

Tools

AFRS (Enterprise Reporting)

Enterprise Reporting (FastTrack)

Datacube

ATLAS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a Regional Business Manager to lead financial oversight and business services across Region 3 facilities. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, Lean process improvement, and safeguarding public funds through robust internal controls.

The position is full-time, exempt, with a monthly salary of $11,261 and telework/hybrid options within Washington state. Travel may be required to support operations and collaboration across sites.