Financial Manager/Comptroller II

A Career with Purpose

The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is searching for a Financial Manager/Comptroller to join our team. This position requires experience with financial accounting data and auditing. The ideal candidate will have supervisory or administrative experience. We encourage those with an interest in finance and public administration to apply.

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibility for planning and directing financial accounting, budgeting, auditing, investments, cash management and other fiscal operations and functions. This includes directing staff activities in maintaining, analyzing and reporting financial accounting data, developing appropriate accounting systems, establishing necessary financial controls, approving various expenditures and obligations, planning and conducting internal and external audits, developing budget work programs and recommendations concerning appropriations, and similar functions. Some positions may also be assigned responsibility for directing other agency functions, such as Administration, Personnel, or Procurement and Supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and coordinates fiscal operations and financial accounting functions or assists in the planning and direction of such functions.

• Develops accounting systems and procedures for recording revenues and expenditures; directs the maintenance of accounting records concerning appropriations or other revenues, payroll expenses, supply and equipment purchases, travel expenses, contracting costs, and other financial transactions.

• Plans and directs operational or financial audits and other reviews to ensure financial accountability, ensure compliance with established standards, and enhance agency operating procedures.

• Directs the preparation of financial statements and reports.

• Reviews and approves obligations and expenditures as needed.

• Establishes necessary fiscal controls to ensure appropriate accountability for revenues and expenditures.

• Directs the review and preparation of budget work programs; reviews and approves agency budget requests and makes recommendations concerning the state budget.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

• Ability to multi-task and adapt to demanding and changing timelines.

• Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, integrity and sensitivity to confidentiality and privacy.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while building strong relationships with all levels of staff and effectively collaborating, communicating, respecting, and assisting peers.

Compensation

• Annual Salary:
  Level I:  $61,664.94
  Level II: $75,860.40

Minimum Qualifications

Level I - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelors degree in accounting, business, public administration or a closely related field and five years of experience in professional accounting or auditing or closely related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of professional accounting or auditing experience for each year of the required education.

Level II - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelors degree in accounting, business, public administration or a closely related field and five years of experience in professional accounting or auditing or closely related work, including two years in a supervisory or administrative capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of professional accounting or auditing experience for each year of the required education.

Special Requirements

• Must be willing to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license for operating state-owned vehicles.

• Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check.

• A trial period of 12 months will be required.

Why You’ll Love It Here!

HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. As a Hope-centered agency the Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you!

Extensive Benefits: We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.  

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.  

• Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.  

• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.

• 11 paid holidays a year.

• Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.  

• Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.  

• Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.  

About Us: Our vision is that all Oklahoma youth and families have the resources and supports they need to reach their full potential. We collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma youth.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help change the lives of Oklahoma’s most at-risk youth!

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer