Lead Transportation Finance Manager Job Baltimore area,Maryland USA,Finance & Banking

Lead Transportation Finance Specialist

As a Lead Transportation Finance Specialist, you will:

Lead a team to ensure that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated and integrated into the team's 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 practices and procedures.

Manage the Division's financial team and ensure oversight and compliance with regulatory requirements and provide annual certification of internal financial controls. Approve or review project agreements/modifications and payment/reimbursement requests while 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 billing reviews and transaction testing to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Federal payments approved by the Division. Coordinate with the State DOT to identify root causes, make recommendations, and implement corrective actions.

Review the State's financial management systems and processes annually to determine compliance with Federal regulatory requirements 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 policies. The candidate is experienced in leading and overseeing financial reviews, working with senior level professionals in various organizations, serving as a senior agency/organization representative and leading people. The candidate is also experienced in cultivating relationships, motivating others, and creating a collaborative environment.