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Nutrition Finance Manager

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State of Missouri

Jefferson City, MO (In Person)

$110,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/2/2026

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Job Description

First Job Previous Job 1,239 of 2,859 Next Job Last Job Share More Like This $58k Per Year Position range in Jefferson City, MO Metropolitan Statistical Area $93k
  • $163k Per Year Nutrition Finance Manager State of Missouri
Occupation:
Financial Managers
Location:
Jefferson City, MO
  • 65101
Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More), Flexible Shift
Posted:
05/26/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
State of Missouri
Web Site:
www.mo.gov
Expires:
06/05/2026 Job #: jo_1986884623 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Shift Flexible Shift Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Summary
  • Why you'll love this position Nutrition Finance Manager
  • Food and Nutrition Services
Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Job Posting Number:
3120006056
Salary:
$57,768 Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.
Job Location:
This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101. Why you'll love this position: The Food and Nutrition Services Section administers the USDA Food Distribution Program and the following
USDA Child Nutrition Programs:
National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, and the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Under the NSLP, the After School Snack Program and Seamless Summer Option are also available. The programs are operated in public, non-public, and residential child care institutions. The goal of the Food and Nutrition Services Section is to providing safe food and technical assistance to ensure well balanced nutritious meals are served to the students of Missouri. Responsibilities
  • What you'll do What you'll do:
  • Professional work in the implementation of the Child Nutrition Programs and initiatives related to these programs. Programs include, but are not limited to: School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, Afterschool Snack Program, Seamless Summer Option, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Special Milk Program, and Provisional Programs.
  • Coordination of duties with Nutrition Finance Management personnel.
  • Process and maintain internet based annual application agreements.
  • Ensure adherence to federal regulations in the administration of the payment process.
  • Monitor fiscal tracking of grants, including oversight of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable (FFVP) LEA grant funding and approval of monthly claims, and processing of amendment to claims for reimbursement.
  • Preparation and submission of federal monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports.
  • Serve as a liaison with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) financial management staff.
  • Coordinate with the Information Technology unit regarding technology maintenance and enhancements to the section's computer applications.
  • LEA technical assistance in reconciliation food service account balances and approval of Financial Reports.
  • Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.
  • Full job description available upon request. Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Qualifications
  • All you need for success Minimum Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Food Science, Dietetics, or closely related field. OR
  • Four years' experience in accounting, business administration, elementary/secondary education, government, policy, food service program management, Child Nutrition Programs, data analysis and management, or closely related experience, and possession of a high school diploma or equivalency.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. Job Details
  • More reasons to love this position More reasons to love this position: The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.
Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@dese.mo.gov
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov.
Notice of Non-Discrimination:
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 2nd Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or
TTY 800-735-2966
; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov. To Our Applicants with
Disabilities:
For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966. Notice to
Applicants:
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.... Visit the Employer site for more details