Finance/Administration SpecialistLocation: Tallahassee, FL, 32399Pay Rate: $45-$50/hr all inclusiveType: 14 + months contractScope of ServicesThe Finance/Administration Specialist will train professional staff in the billing of eligible project expenditures to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Training includes, but is not limited to:FDOT Financial Management (FM) System functionality and reporting, including the Federal Program Management (FPM) Sub-systemEfficient use of technology for large data compilation, review, and analysisProper classification of costsAppropriate documentation requirementsAnalysis of exception reportsCorrecting transactionsCode of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 200 requirementsAdditional duties:Identify training objectives for each staff member and adjust training methodology to achieve objectives.Monitor staff in the preparation of the weekly federal bill to determine effectiveness of training objectives.Develop/update applicable desktop procedures to promote cross-training and continuity of operations in the event of staff turnover.EducationBachelor's Degree in a field of study related to finance or business administration.Work experience can substitute on a year for year basis for the degree.ExperienceCandidate must have a minimum of two years' experience in financial management.Primary Job Duties/ TasksThe submitted candidate must be able to perform the following duties and/or tasks.Duties of the selected candidate will include, but not be limited to:Train professional staff in the billing of eligible project expenditures to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Training includes, but is not limited to:FDOT Financial Management (FM) System functionality and reporting, including the Federal Program Management (FPM) Sub-systemEfficient use of technology for large data compilation, review, and analysis Proper classification of costsAppropriate documentation requirementsAnalysis of exception reportsCorrecting transactionsCode of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 200 requirementsJob Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)Past experience working with financial information systems.In-depth knowledge of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) policies and procedures.Past experience analyzing large data sets.Experience analyzing financial reports.Knowledge of Title 200 requirements.Past experience working as a trainer.Knowledge for Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Preferred KSAs:Past experience with FDOT’s Financial Management system (FM).Past experience with FLAIR (Florida’s accounting system).