Financial Analyst - Central Office Administration Building
Financial Analyst - Central Office Administration Building
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Job Description
Leominster Public Schools
Financial Analyst
GENERAL SUMMARY
Responsible for the compilation of statistical data used in the development of the overall annual budget development of financial reports analysis and monitoring of finances for assigned cost centers development implementation forecasting and preparation analysis and reconciliation of municipal departmental revenues and expenditures monitoring of personal service fringe benefits expenditures and reports and special projects as assigned. Provides financial and statistical analysis needed to support decision making by the Districts leaders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs reporting of all school district activities including general operations using the MUNIS financial accounting software system including financial statement preparation and reporting budget preparation and analysis performance reporting measures and compliance auditing
- Performs forecasting of revenues and expenditures analyzes departmental spending and implements cost control measures to align departmental spending with authorized appropriation limits
- Implements any corrective actions identified in audits
- Acts as a business liaison to schools and/or departments by offering consultation and support on best practices procurement financial management applicable laws regulations policies and processes
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the Budget Director or his/her designee relative to the most efficient operation of the Office of Business and Financial Services
- Develops and implements all aspects of the annual operating budget including the development of the annual budget document
- Performs regular salary and other expenditure projections to ensure budgetary alignment
- Identifies and monitors key budget and policy issues. Proposes savings initiatives to increase efficiency and standardize operations. Works closely with department heads to assist with financial procurement and / or other business needs
- Performs related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in accounting finance or a similar field and 1-3 years of experience in a complex and demanding accounting finance or related environment required.
Appropriate education substitutions can be made.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both in writing and orally through presentations using proper grammar
- Skills in Microsoft Office Suite such as Outlook Word Excel Access and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of working with MUNIS
- Knowledge of the General Ledger System and the districts organizational structure
- Knowledge of general and fund accounting concepts/principles
- Knowledge of state and city-wide budget process
- Ability to multitask and handle several projects at any given time in collaboration with various departments to develop the annual budget capital plan operating plans and other projects as assigned
Please submit cover letter resume transcripts and two letters of reference.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
