Lead Transportation Finance Manager

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The Alaska Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Lead Transportation Finance Manager (GS-0501-13 - from $120,348 to $156,455 annually) in Juneau, Alaska. Apply today by visiting https://www.usajobs.gov/job/879318600 (open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the USA, as well as Career Transition: CTAP, ICTAP, or RPL Federal employees). This job announcement closes on 08/18/2026 (but submit your application as soon as possible to receive the best consideration).

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provides stewardship over the construction, maintenance and preservation of the Nation's highways, bridges, and tunnels. FHWA also conducts research and provides technical assistance to state and local agencies to improve safety, mobility, and to encourage innovation.

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This position performs complex duties in financial management, management analyses, procurement, and contract administration. The Lead Transportation Finance Manager exercises leadership and provides financial management direction of the Federal-aid Highway Program and authorizes Federal reimbursement of applicable transportation projects.

As a Lead Transportation Finance Manager, you will:

• Lead a team to ensure that the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated and integrated into the team’s strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products, and services.
• Represent the Division Administrator and have delegated authority to develop, promote and implement improved accounting practices and procedures.
• Manage the Division's financial team and ensure oversight and compliance with regulatory requirements and provide annual certification of internal financial controls.
• Approve or review project agreements/modifications and payment/reimbursement requests while providing oversight to ensure eligibility and adequate documentation.
• Evaluate reports of alleged non-compliance from state audits follow up on corrective actions to completion.
• Conduct periodic billing reviews and transaction testing to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Federal payments approved by the Division. Coordinate with the State DOT to identify root causes, make recommendations, and implement corrective actions.
• Review the State’s financial management systems and processes annually to determine compliance with Federal regulatory requirements and integrity of financial transactions recorded in the Fiscal Management Information System (FMIS).
• Provide information and guidance to Division and State DOT officials regarding financial information, policies, financing alternatives and other activities.

The ideal candidate has experience leading a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals.

As a key advisor to the Alaska Division Administrator, the ideal candidate is responsible for a range of responsibilities:

• Communicating goals and priorities
• Overseeing work
• Coaching employees
• Reporting on the progress of the overall program

For the ideal candidate, primary responsibilities include monitoring and validating the proper use of Federal-aid Highway funds across formula, competitive, and specialized programs.

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Living in Alaska offers an unparalleled blend of wild frontier freedom, vibrant local communities, and major financial perks like no state income tax and an annual payout from the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend. The "Last Frontier" serves as an ultimate haven for outdoor enthusiasts, providing world-class activities like salmon fishing, backcountry hiking, snowmobiling, and witnessing the breathtaking Northern Lights. From the soaring peaks of Mount McKinley (North America's highest mountain) to the stunning marine ecosystems of Kenai Fjords National Park, residents enjoy an extraordinary quality of life surrounded by iconic natural landmarks.

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Find FHWA's Alaska Federal-aid Highway Division at 709 West 9th Street in Juneau!

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