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Job ID: FL-DMS-2425-238
Hybrid/Local IT Finance Manager with Disbursements, Revenue/Financial Reporting, migration, data warehouse, CBA, ROI experience
Location: Tallahassee, FL (DMS)
Duration: 12 Months
SCOPE OF WORK
The Department anticipates that the selected Contractor will provide hourly assistance in
the following areas:
5.1 Overview for Financial Administrator
5.1.1 Contractor Personnel will assume the current duties of the Financial
Administrators or section supervisors within the various sections of Financial
Management Services including Disbursements, Revenue and Financial
Reporting.
5.1.2 Oversee the integration of Florida PALM into the department s financial
operations.
5.1.3 Conduct a thorough evaluation of existing financial systems and processes
to determine compatibility with Florida PALM.
5.1.4 Collaborate with stakeholders to define functional and technical
requirements for the new system.
5.1.5 Analyze financial data to plan and execute a seamless migration to Florida
PALM, ensuring data integrity throughout the process.
5.1.6 Design and implement integrations between Florida PALM and other
financial systems, including the development of data warehouses as
needed.
5.1.7 Customize Florida PALM to meet the department s specific financial needs
and processes.
5.1.8 Develop comprehensive financial reports and dashboards to support
decision-making.
5.1.9 Create and deliver training programs to equip staff with the skills to
effectively utilize Florida PALM.
5.1.10 Conduct rigorous testing to ensure the system s accuracy, reliability, and
compliance with financial regulations.
5.1.11 Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting to address user issues and
optimize system performance.
5.2 Financial Administrator Job Description
5.2.1 Position Overview
This role involves the strategic planning, design, and optimization of
financial systems and processes to support organizational objectives. The
Financial Administrator will assume the job duties of current section
supervisors including required transactions being entered into FLAIR, job
performance and decision-making. Additionally, this position requires the
analysis, design, and implementation of financial applications to support
financial operations and compliance.
5.2.2 Key Areas of Responsibility
5.2.2.1 Designs, develops, and maintains financial data structures and
systems to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
5.2.2.2 Analyzes financial data requirements, processes, and reporting
needs to optimize financial systems and processes.
5.2.2.3 Develops and implements data governance policies and
procedures to ensure data integrity and security.
5.2.2.4 Designs, develops, and maintains financial data warehouses
and reporting tools to support strategic decision-making.
5.2.2.5 Conducts in-depth financial data analysis to identify trends,
patterns, and anomalies to inform financial planning and
forecasting.
5.2.2.6 Develops and implements data migration strategies for financial
systems and data to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
5.2.2.7 Integrates financial data from various sources to create a unified
view of the organization s financial performance.
5.2.2.8 Develops and maintains financial reporting systems and
processes to comply with financial regulations and reporting
standards.
5.2.2.9 Provides technical support for financial systems and data to
end-users.
5.2.2.10 Conducts ongoing evaluations of financial data systems and
processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
5.2.2.11 Develops and implements financial data security measures to
protect sensitive financial information.
5.2.2.12 Collaborates with finance and IT teams to ensure alignment of
financial data systems with business objectives.
5.2.2.13 Conducts cost-benefit analyses of financial data projects to
prioritize investments and maximize return on investment.
5.2.2.14 Develops and maintains documentation for financial data
systems and processes.
5.2.2.15 Stays current with emerging financial data technologies and
trends.
5.2.3 Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Must have five years of experience utilizing FLAIR including entering
transactions.
5.2.4 Preferred Qualifications and Experience
A bachelor s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field and three
years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, or systems
implementation.
5.2.4.1 Strong understanding of financial systems, accounting
principles, and reporting requirements. Experience with
enterprise financial systems is preferred.
5.2.4.2 Proficiency in data analysis techniques to extract meaningful
insights from financial data. Experience with data visualization
tools to create informative reports and dashboards.
5.2.4.3 Ability to develop and maintain complex financial models to
support financial planning, forecasting, and analysis.
5.2.4.4 Experience with integrating financial data from various sources
into a unified system. Understanding of data mapping and
transformation techniques.
5.2.4.5 Proficiency in financial reporting standards and regulations.
Experience with preparing financial statements and reports.
5.2.4.6 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and
resolve financial data issues.
5.2.4.7 Effective communication skills to explain complex financial
information to non-financial stakeholders.
5.2.5 Skills and Competencies
5.2.5.1 Analytical Thinking
a) Ability to analyze complex data structures and identify
integration requirements.
b) Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and
obstacles during the integration process.
c) Attention to detail to ensure accurate data mapping and
system configurations.
5.2.5.2 Communication
a) Excellent verbal and written communication skills and
the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group,
executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
b) Ability to communicate technical matters clearly in lay
terms for full comprehension by non-technical users.
c) Facilitation of team and client meetings.
d) Deliver informative, well-organized presentations.
e) Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive
information tactfully.
f) Seeks and participates in development opportunities
above and beyond training.
5.2.5.3 Problem Solving
a) Attention to detail.
b) Logical thinking.
c) Creativity.
d) Persistence.
e) Adaptability.
f) Collaboration.
5.2.5.4 Leadership
a) Generates enthusiasm among team members.
b) Challenges others to develop as leaders while serving
as a role model.
c) Encourages process improvement and innovative
change,
d) Trains other innovators through both formal and informal
training programs.
5.2.5.5 Teamwork
a) Serves as the liaison between the business units,
technology teams and support teams.
b) Facilitates effective team interaction.
c) Participates in all team roles
5.2.5.6 Key Contacts
a) Develops relationships with staff and contractors to
foster client ties,
b) Communicates effectively with staff and contractors at
all levels to identify needs and evaluate solutions,
c) Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer
satisfaction and deepen both user and Contractor
relationships,
d) Maintains relationships with other external organizations
through professional association links wherever
possible.
