DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Technology Services (DTS)
1400 West Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $90,100 - $100,100 

Grade: 24

Closing Date: December 27, 2024  

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here  to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Finance Manager. This position will oversee division budget creation and forecasting. Identify procurement objectives and methodologies; Support the development, evaluation, negotiation, and vendor management of high cost and complex IT sourcing initiatives, IT equipment purchases, and software license renewals; perform analyses of elements of cost; coordinate with technical experts; make competitive range determinations; and conduct contract/vendor reviews. Perform management control assessments of financial system related business processes and procedures and identify weaknesses in the design and effectiveness of internal or management controls. Oversee facilities management and identify cost reduction strategies for modification or improvements of all offices throughout Arizona. Analyze performance of procurement activities against various procurement indicators and goals, plan, organize and assign work, establish priorities, and assure that realistic completion schedules are developed, documented, communicated to all stakeholders. May require driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords flexibility, autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assists with oversight, management of the Division's accounting, finance; business analytics, information, reporting; accounts payable; IT sourcing, IT procurement, IT vendor management, and facilities management.
• Analyze performance of procurement activities against various procurement indicators and goals, plan, organize and assign work, establish priorities, and assure that realistic completion schedules are developed, documented, communicated to all stakeholders.
• Identify procurement objectives and methodologies; Support the development, evaluation, negotiation, and vendor management of high cost and complex IT sourcing initiatives, IT equipment purchases, and software license renewals, perform analyses of elements of cost; coordinate with technical experts; make competitive range determinations; and conduct contract/vendor reviews.
• Perform management control assessments of financial system related business processes and procedures and identify weaknesses in the design and effectiveness of internal or management controls.
• Oversee facilities management and identify cost reduction strategies for modification or improvements of all offices throughout Arizona.

Knowledge of:

• State laws, rules, regulations and procedures, goals and responsibilities
• Computer and computer software
• State personnel rules and guidelines, work measurement methods, motivation of employees and effective communication
• Requirements, characteristics and cultural environment required for teams to operate effectively
• Cost allocation plans, generally accepted accounting principles; the principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government and financial accounting, internal control structures and fiscal management
• Reference materials such as federal regulations
• Financial research methodologies
• Supervisory techniques and team motivation

Skills In:

• Analysis, interpretation and communication of financial data
• Techniques required to maintain accounting records through automated accounting systems
• Supervision including interpersonal skills and imparting knowledge to others
• Oral and written communication
• Being collaborative and flexible, with a strong service mentality
• Being a team player who is committed to lifelong learning
• Examining, developing, re-engineering, and recommending financial policies and procedures
• Interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model

Ability to:

• Be hands-on with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, mission driven environment
• Effectively manage teams
• Motivate staff
• Meet performance measures while providing excellent customer service
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of policy and procedures, improve performance
• Analyze and interpret data
• Build and maintain professional business relationships
• Demonstrated commitment to the organizations mission is essential
• Demonstrated excellence in managing finance, accounting, budgeting, control and reporting

This ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration with a specialization in accounting, finance or economics from an accredited college or university
• Master's degree in one of these fields and/or professional certification (e.g. certified public accountant) is a plus
• Prefer practical work experience managing the budget/finances of a large, complex organization.

• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact us Yolanda Knori at 480-435-0897 or OODHRstaffing@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Yolanda Knori at 480-435-0897 or OODHRStaffing@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.