Deputy Chief Financial Officer

requisition no: 863591agency: department of transportation working title: deputy chief financial officer – pay plan: sesposition number: salary: $ – $posting closing date: 11/12/2025total compensation estimatorstate of florida department of transportation job posting description
806/ tolls financial servicesopen competitive selected exempt servicefull-time contact person: daun festacontact phone number: contact email address: daun.festate.fl.usanticipated bi-weekly salary: $5,480.77join fdot and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the florida transportation system.

the mission of the florida department of transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

as a onefdot team, we serve the people of florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

deputy chief financial officer/chief financial officer/tolls financial services. This position will contribute to the agency by ensuring the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the organization. It oversees the monitoring of general and subsidiary ledger transactions, directs the preparation of interim and annual financial statements, and ensures compliance in invoice processing. Additionally, the position supports strategic growth by conducting economic feasibility analyses for expansion projects and coordinating with the division of bond finance on debt issuance and refunding efforts.

directs the monitoring of department general and subsidiary ledger transactions and balances. Directs the preparation of the turnpike system’s interim and annual financial statements and supporting schedules for use by management and external users such as the division of bond finance and bond rating agencies (e.g., standard & poor’s). Acts as the final reviewer for the turnpike’s financial statements and serves as the primary lead in all coordination efforts with the external independent auditors in the completion of the annual financial statement audit.

Oversees the production and review of the turnpike system’s comprehensive annual financial report. Interprets and implements accounting pronouncements and standards, establishing financial reporting policies and procedures, and ensures that the turnpike system’s financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (gaap). Directs and assists staff to ensure that all turnpike accounting and financial records are prepared in a timely manner and meet all necessary requirements for accuracy, consistency and completeness.

Supervises direct reports. Oversees the management of the invoice processing staff to ensure all payments are appropriate and in compliance with dot rules, procedures, and standards of compliance with f.s. Section 215.422, the “payment statute”. Guides the establishment of policies regarding quality assurance that supporting documentation is complete and properly approved by the receiver of goods or services. Provides oversight of the state of florida visa procurement card program for all enterprise employees to include the training of enterprise personnel statewide.

Establishes policies to ensure compliance with dot rules and procedures.

conducts preliminary economic feasibility tests for proposed turnpike expansion projects in accordance with f.s. Section 338.223 (1)(a) and 338.2275 (2). Prepares financial analysis of project alternatives. Performs return on investment and net present value calculation for potential projects, as needed, including both new construction and existing toll facility acquisition scenarios. Coordinates with the division of bond finance in the development of official statements for the issuance of new debt and refunding debt.

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