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Fiscal Manager jobs are open across government agencies, healthcare systems, nonprofits, and higher education, from entry-level budget analyst roles to senior director positions, with specializations in budget planning, grant management, and financial compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring expenditures and funding distributions, and performing recurring reconciliations of various assigned funding sources. The Manager is expected to prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, analyses, and projections, with emphasis on expenditures, to support budget planning, resource management, and informed decision-making. Additionally, the position will work collaboratively with departments and the College Budget Team to resolve discrepancies, strengthen internal controls, improve fiscal processes, and promote consistent financial practices across the College.
Financial Management, Reporting, and Reconciliation
- Monitor budgets and financial records across multiple funding sources; prepare budget reports, forecasts, projections, and analyses for college leadership and departments.
- Prepare and validate recurring and ad hoc fiscal and staffing reports, including expenditures, carryforward commitments, vacant rate, recruitment activity, and other leadership priorities.
- Reconcile payroll registers and salary expenditures to departmental financial records; monitor pay distribution, salary rate, position funding, and costing, and coordinate resolution of discrepancies.
- Perform and coordinate account reconciliations for E&G, grants and contracts, auxiliary, carryforward, USF Foundation, Research Foundation, rebate, and other assigned accounts; investigate and resolve variances.
- Support financial administration of auxiliary, grant and contract overhead, salary rate, concession, Foundation, and other assigned resources.
Compliance, Controls, and Departmental Operations
- Interpret and apply University fiscal and administrative policies; review purchasing, cash collection, payroll, costing, time and leave, and other transactions for accuracy, compliance, appropriate approvals, and segregation of duties.
- Partner with departments to assess business processes, document critical activities, identify control gaps, and coordinate corrective actions and improvements.
- Develop continuity plans, handoff materials, and interim coverage arrangements to sustain essential fiscal and administrative services during departmental staffing changes.
Training and Continuous Improvement
- Coordinate training and onboarding support for Department Operations Managers and other staff; create standard operating procedures, process maps, checklists, and job aids.
- Analyze recurring operational issues, develop practical reporting or workflow improvements, and participate in institutional effectiveness initiatives and unit metrics.
- Aid the Sr. Budget Analysts to support departmental fiscal support and troubleshooting.
- Serve as liaison among college departments and the Budget Team; participate in special projects, operational analyses, and other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or other field directly related to the position's specific responsibilities and four years of professional business experience; or a Master's degree in the same fields and two years of experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
- SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
- Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
- Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials or a similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; familiarity with USF enterprise business systems (such as FAST, Oracle, and Power BI)
- Experience with budget management, payroll and account reconciliation, fiscal analysis, internal controls, staff training, and cross-functional coordination.
- Internal Candidates Preferred
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
The position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring expenditures and funding distributions, and performing recurring reconciliations of various assigned funding sources. The Manager is expected to prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, analyses, and projections, with emphasis on expenditures, to support budget planning, resource management, and informed decision-making. Additionally, the position will work collaboratively with departments and the College Budget Team to resolve discrepancies, strengthen internal controls, improve fiscal processes, and promote consistent financial practices across the College.
Financial Management, Reporting, and Reconciliation
- Monitor budgets and financial records across multiple funding sources; prepare budget reports, forecasts, projections, and analyses for college leadership and departments.
- Prepare and validate recurring and ad hoc fiscal and staffing reports, including expenditures, carryforward commitments, vacant rate, recruitment activity, and other leadership priorities.
- Reconcile payroll registers and salary expenditures to departmental financial records; monitor pay distribution, salary rate, position funding, and costing, and coordinate resolution of discrepancies.
- Perform and coordinate account reconciliations for E&G, grants and contracts, auxiliary, carryforward, USF Foundation, Research Foundation, rebate, and other assigned accounts; investigate and resolve variances.
- Support financial administration of auxiliary, grant and contract overhead, salary rate, concession, Foundation, and other assigned resources.
Compliance, Controls, and Departmental Operations
- Interpret and apply University fiscal and administrative policies; review purchasing, cash collection, payroll, costing, time and leave, and other transactions for accuracy, compliance, appropriate approvals, and segregation of duties.
- Partner with departments to assess business processes, document critical activities, identify control gaps, and coordinate corrective actions and improvements.
- Develop continuity plans, handoff materials, and interim coverage arrangements to sustain essential fiscal and administrative services during departmental staffing changes.
Training and Continuous Improvement
- Coordinate training and onboarding support for Department Operations Managers and other staff; create standard operating procedures, process maps, checklists, and job aids.
- Analyze recurring operational issues, develop practical reporting or workflow improvements, and participate in institutional effectiveness initiatives and unit metrics.
- Aid the Sr. Budget Analysts to support departmental fiscal support and troubleshooting.
- Serve as liaison among college departments and the Budget Team; participate in special projects, operational analyses, and other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or other field directly related to the position's specific responsibilities and four years of professional business experience; or a Master's degree in the same fields and two years of experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
- SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
- Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
- Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials or a similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; familiarity with USF enterprise business systems (such as FAST, Oracle, and Power BI)
- Experience with budget management, payroll and account reconciliation, fiscal analysis, internal controls, staff training, and cross-functional coordination.
- Internal Candidates Preferred
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fiscal manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- Proficiency in ERP or financial management software such as SAP or Oracle
- Experience preparing and monitoring annual operating budgets
- CPA, CGFM, or CPFO certification preferred or required
- Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, or federal grant compliance regulations
- Five or more years of progressively responsible financial management experience
Tips for Your Fiscal Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to budget cycles
Fiscal managers are hired to manage fiscal years, not just finances. Reframe your experience around annual budget processes, year-end close, and variance reporting so hiring managers immediately see you understand the planning rhythm of their organization.
Highlight your compliance and audit exposure
Many fiscal manager postings require hands-on experience with internal audits, single audits, or regulatory compliance. Call out specific frameworks you've worked under, such as GAAP, OMB Uniform Guidance, or GASB standards, rather than listing generic finance tasks.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fiscal manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your fund type
Fiscal manager roles differ significantly depending on whether the employer uses governmental, proprietary, or grant-based funding. Reading postings for fund-type clues, like federal awards or enterprise funds, helps you apply where your specific accounting background is the clearest match.
Prepare a scenario answer about a budget shortfall
Interviewers for fiscal manager roles almost always ask how you've handled a mid-year budget gap or unexpected expense. Prepare a structured answer that covers how you identified the variance, the stakeholders you involved, and the corrective action you took.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Fiscal manager roles in the public sector and nonprofits often have fixed pay bands, but benefits like pension contributions, deferred compensation, and professional development allowances can vary. Ask HR what flexibility exists in those areas before accepting or declining an offer.
Fiscal Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fiscal managers?
The companies hiring the most fiscal managers right now include William & Mary, Group 36, and STAND TOGETHER, with the largest share of openings in Tennessee, Washington, and Alabama, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government agencies, healthcare systems, and universities consistently represent the highest volume of postings.
How many fiscal manager jobs are remote?
About 83% of fiscal manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in grant management, federal program finance, and nonprofit budget oversight roles. Positions requiring direct oversight of a finance team or access to on-site financial systems tend to remain in-person.
How do you become a fiscal manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or public administration, then build several years of experience in budget preparation, financial reporting, or grants management. Moving into a senior analyst or assistant manager role gives you the supervisory exposure most fiscal manager postings require. A CPA or CGFM credential strengthens your candidacy for government and nonprofit positions significantly.
Can you get a fiscal manager job without direct management experience?
Yes, some organizations hire fiscal managers from senior individual contributor roles if your technical skills, specifically budget modeling, compliance, and financial close, are strong enough to offset limited supervisory experience. Leading a cross-functional budget process, mentoring junior staff, or managing a major grant can demonstrate readiness even without a formal management title on your resume.
What does the fiscal manager interview process look like?
Most fiscal manager interviews involve an initial screening call with HR, followed by a panel interview with finance leadership and department heads. You can expect technical questions about budget variance analysis, audit preparation, and financial reporting, alongside behavioral questions about stakeholder communication and handling competing budget priorities. Some employers add a written exercise or a case study built around a real budget scenario.
Where can I find and apply to fiscal manager jobs?
You can find and apply to fiscal manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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