Junior financial analyst Jobs in Tallahassee, FL

Financial Analyst II - 55002100

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

The work you will do:

Financial Analyst II/Office of Work Program & Budget/Finance, Program and Resource Allocation

This position plays a pivotal role in supporting FDOT's mission by analyzing engineering system performance, resource allocations, and roadway performance data to inform management decisions. This position is responsible for developing, updating, and publishing key program and resource planning documents, including the District Program and Resource Plans and Five-Year Work Program Charts. By ensuring the integrity and reliability of program performance information, assisting with fund allocations, and managing predictive models for future trends, the role directly impacts the agency's ability to optimize transportation resources and meet strategic objectives.

The difference you will make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How you will grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where you will work:

Office of Work Program & Budget, 605 Suwannee St, Tallahassee, FL 32399

Annual salary range: $57,303.31 - $65,500.00

Your specific responsibilities:

• Analyze engineering system performance measurements and resource allocations and make recommendations to management concerning the following transportation engineering offices - Roadway Design and Pavement Management.
• Resolve discrepancies between associated databases to ensure integrity and reliability of program performance information.
• Ensure results are timely, accurate and meet the needs of users.
• Analyze roadway performance data and make recommendations to management based on the analysis for reporting to the Executive Board and in the Program and Resource Plan.
• Develop and publish the District Program and Resource Plans, Advanced Construction Program and Resource Plans, and Five Year Work Program Charts.
• Assist with assigned program area offices in the development of Schedule A fund allocations, Schedule B program targets and in balancing the program plan to available resources.
• Develop, update and manage models for predicting future program performance trends and characteristics.
• Produce and publish the Program and Resource Plan document.
• Assist in maintaining the integrity of the Program Plan/Work Program/Budget crosswalk regarding technical programming.
• Assist in applying statewide in-house (operating) levels to the Program and Resource Plan.
• Update and publish Schedule B program targets.
• Monitor and update the Target Analysis Reporting system to ensure the projected levels are programmed properly and current information is loaded in the system at all times.
• Prepare graphic presentations for assigned program areas for management reporting.
• Assist in the evaluations, status reports and presentations on the Program and Resource Plan performance.
• Work with work program staff in the central office and districts to ensure funding policies concerning roadway design and pavement management are appropriately being followed.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of: Transportation planning process Data collection methods
• Skills in: Using personal computers and software, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to: Analyze legislative bills and their impact on transportation funding Apply and develop applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Construct, analyze, and interpret financial data and models, methodology, and assumptions Solving problems relating to financing approaches Prepare reports and presentations Collect, evaluate, and analyze program performance data Work independently Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, within FDOT and with external partners Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers

Minimum qualifications:

• Six years of professional experience in the field of financial analysis, finance, economics, public administration, business administration, policy analysis, financial modeling, accounting, statistics, transportation financial analysis, or work program development. Postsecondary education from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Health insurance (over 90% employer paid) $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid) Dental, vision and supplemental insurances State of Florida retirement package 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave Career advancement opportunities Tuition waiver for public college courses A variety of training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Special requirements:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

The Florida Department of Transportation values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation's Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Veterans' Preference. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.