Finance and Analytics Manager

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Finance and Analytics Manager plays a critical leadership role in supporting the Chief Financial Officer/Chief Technology Officer (CFO/CTO) at the State Construction Department (SCD). This position is responsible for managing and reconciling between $1.5–$2 billion in public funds dedicated to capital construction, major maintenance, routine maintenance, and security projects across 48 school districts, 14 state agencies, and 7 community colleges.

This role oversees financial reporting, budget reconciliation, cash management, and the integrity of SCD’s enterprise project management system (Operate, formerly AiM). The position ensures accurate statewide reporting, strengthens internal financial controls, supports legislative compliance, and provides operational continuity in the support of and absence of the CFO/CTO.

WHY JOIN US?

At the State Construction Department, our work directly sustains and impacts the facilities that serve Wyoming's citizens every day — from colleges and healthcare to public safety infrastructure and K-12 schools. You will collaborate with dedicated professionals, elected officials, and community partners to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy.

We offer the opportunity to lead complex, strategic initiatives in a role that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth. If you are motivated by meaningful public service and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we invite you to join our team.

This position combines high-level financial management, data analytics, database oversight, and operational leadership. The Finance and Analytics Manager:

• Oversees reconciliation and reporting for over 150-500 capital projects, 100-200 security projects, and 6,000+ maintenance efforts.
• Supervises two Senior Accountants.
• Directs and/or collaborates with approximately thirty state employees, 48 school districts, and multiple state agencies.
• Serves as the primary internal support and backup to the CFO/CTO.
• Ensures compliance with legislative, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Preparing monthly financial statements.
• Monthly reconciliation of Operate budget strings to Wyoming Online Financial Systems (WOLFS)

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

• Budget Administration
  • Prepare and reconcile monthly and quarterly financial reports for distribution to the Legislature, Governor’s Office, School Facilities Commission, and other oversight entities.
  • Monitor appropriations, expenditures, encumbrances, and project budgets.
  • Reconcile financial data between enterprise systems.
  • Identify unobligated funds and coordinate quarterly reversions.
  • Support school district audits and annual reporting.
• Database Development & Oversight
  • Collaborate on enhancing Operate (formerly AiM), the statewide enterprise facilities system.
  • Manage financial tracking, cost reporting, and project progress functionality.
  • Develop automation tools and improve data integrity.
  • Oversee system updates, testing, and validation.
  • Ensure consistency and integrity of financial and project data across platforms.
  • Support policy and procedural improvements related to financial systems and reporting.
  • Establish and maintain data structures that support accurate cost tracking, project monitoring, and budget management.
• Cash Management
  • Monitor revenue and expenditure streams.
  • Track, perform, and ensure accurate annual reporting to the State Auditor.
  • Serve as a financial systems resource during audits.
  • Support maintenance funding calculations and tracking tools.

PREFERENCES

• Experience in governmental or educational finance.
• Experience working with enterprise financial or facilities management systems.
• Familiarity with multiple SQL systems would be very beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of…