School Finance, Budget Analyst
School Finance, Budget Analyst
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Job Description
Arizona Department of Education
The Arizona Department of Education is a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents.
School Finance Budget Analyst
School FinanceSection
Phoenix Location
Salary: $60000 - $65000
Grade: 21
Closing Date: 06/30/25
The Budget Analyst position supports the collection analysis and reporting of school district and charter expenditure budgets and financial reports; ensures that budgets and financial reports are accurate and that Local Education Agencies receive the appropriate budget capacity.
Rare in-state travel may be required for this position.
The Arizona Department of Education currently utilizes a hybrid work environment with up to two days of remote work (contingent upon business needs). Candidates should apply with an ability and willingness to work in-office up to five days per week as business needs necessitate.
Assist school districts and charter schools in the development of their annual budgets annual financial forms budget limits and corrections to current and prior year budgets
Prepare the Superintendents Annual Financial Report (SAFR) submission
Prepare the Local Education Agency Finance Survey (F-33) submission
Prepare the National Public Education Financial Data Survey (NPEFS) submission
Prepare the School Level Finance Survey (SLFS) submission
Prepare other internal data requests and external regular reporting such as the Teacher Salary Report and Over Expenditure Report
In conjunction with the Auditor General create/update school district and charter school budget worksheets and forms expenditure reports (and applicable instructions) and Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR) and Uniform System of Financial Records for Charter Schools (USFRCS)
Provide technical assistance (oral and written) to all levels of government and districts/charters including participating in presentations and trainings
Develop edit run analyze validate and publish reports for school districts relating to their budget limits (Budg-25 and Budg-25 Letter) carry forward amounts (Budg-75 and Budg-75 Letter) and other annual required reporting such as Truth in Taxation (TNT) and Aggregated Expenditure Report (AGD)
Development and testing budget tools as it relates to budgets and annual financial reports
Review of new AZ legislation for potential implementation or potential problems
Knowledge in:
Budgeting and financial reporting
Statistical and general mathematical analysis procedures
A bachelors degree in a field appropriate to the assignment or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree is required.
Skills in:
Analytical skills and computer applications (initialize and develop information systems)
Oral and written communication
General computer software skills required (directories Web browsers spreadsheets etc.).
Ad hoc query analysis
Intermediate to advanced level in computer software (SQL Excel and Word)
Ability to:
Establish priorities and meet timelines
Strong analytical and comprehension ability
Highly detail oriented
Ability to explain complex and sometimes confusing statutes
Write and interpret instructions for computer information systems
Ability to complete research
Strong mathematical ability
Strong customer service
N/A
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of all background and reference checks required documents and if applicable a post-offer medical/physical evaluation.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
Ten paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment subject to waiting period. On or shortly after your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling or emailing Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
