Financial Manager I, DHHS

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $29.43 - $37.87 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Niccole Johnson | niccolejohnson@utah.gov | 801-538-4375 Application Deadline – 4/19/2026

Key Responsibilities

This is a Financial Manager I position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Position responsibility may include leading financial forecasting and analysis, federal funds tracking and analysis, coordination with department offices and divisions for budget submission and monitoring, responding to legislative requests, present and defend practices, interpret reports and fiscal information; resolve, reconcile, and adjust for conditions; manage the development, modification, or enhancement of appropriate fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports; research financial problems; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data.

Why You Should Join Our Team

This is an opportunity to make a difference. Alongwith the satisfaction of ensuring continuity of public programs, you will also receive health and retirement benefits. These plans include generous paid time off, allowingyou to maintain a positive work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, summarizes, and reviews data; reports findings, interprets results, and makes recommendations.
• Interprets, clarify, explain and apply agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc.
• Manage special fiscal projects or activities of a highly specialized nature.
• Assist in the preparation, coordination, and review of responses to internal and external parties.
• Perform complex reviews of financial transactions and programs to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Generate, analyze and present fiscal budget forecasts and manage review of other division forecasts.
• Coordinates with department staff, local health departments, and other stakeholders.
• Work with department leader
• Supervise others
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Work experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced expertise in financial systems and spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel and Google Sheets, to manage and analyze data efficiently.
• Strong analytical capabilities combined with exceptional organizational skills to handle complex workflows and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and provide clear guidance to other divisions.
• A meticulous approach to work, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of financial management and reporting.
• Ability to work independently with very little direction while still working well with a team.
  
  

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Three or more years of professional accounting or financial analysis experience.
• Demonstrated experience in state or local government financial management, including familiarity with public-sector processes and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with complex forecasting and/or forecast analysis of public sector revenues and expenditures.
• Demonstrate the ability to solve problems and take the initiative.
• Preference may be given to those with a bachelor's degree or higher in a business or financial related field, years of relevant work and management experience, or for a current CPA license.
  
  

Supplemental Information

• Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating within 30 days of their start date.
• This position may currently be a hybrid of both in-office and remote workdays.
• Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion, at any time and for any reason.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lit, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.
• Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
  
  

About The Role

Location –

288 North 1460 West

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116

United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
  
  

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.