Lead Budget Accounting Analyst

Under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer the Lead Budget Accounting Analyst leads and oversees others in the formulation analysis and execution of the annual District budget; identifies budget variances and recommends appropriate actions to comply with fiscal requirements and budget guidelines; analyzes costs of programs and services; and provides analytical information as required by administrative and program personnel and/or regulatory agencies and provides confidential information to administrators to assist in the collective bargaining process. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with accurate and up-to-date budget and fiscal information which directly supports student learning and achievement.

The following alphabetical list of functions duties and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions duties and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Advises administrative staff and school officials of the implications of funding alternatives proposed program adjustments and revenue options to provide assistance to all levels of management in the resolution of budget variances and other financial issues.
• Analyzes financial information related to services (e.g. budget reports financial reports expenditures variances projections) to identify budget variances compile statistical information identify long-term budgetary goals and/or conform to established guidelines.
• Assists auditors by providing supporting documentation and/or information as needed.
• Assists staff with technical budgeting issues to provide support in preparing the information and data required for developing budgets controlling expenditures and/or preparing budget revisions.
• Calculates cost allocations and projections for a variety of supplies textbooks postage personnel etc. to determine the financial resources sufficient for enrollment levels.
• Compiles statistical and budget data to develop budget recommendations provide summaries; and/or ensure compliance with established regulatory guidelines.
• Develops special and regular financial reports to summarize budget and financial data for management and school official use in their decision-making processes.
• Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic files documents and records (e.g. account structure current and historical budget data financial records) to provide up-to-date reference and audit trail.
• Monitors and controls the District budget (e.g. corrects negative accounts reviews budget transfers) to correct problems in a timely manner and provide accurate reports and/or conduct current and multiyear projections.
• Oversees the preparation of budget transfers amendments files etc. to ensure accuracy of data for decision-making and/or comply with regulatory requirements.
• Participates in unit meetings in-service training workshops etc.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials and electronic financial and budget information (e.g. budget variance and activity reports financial statements state mandated reports budget extensions procedures monthly Board reports) to document activities provide reference convey information and comply with established financial legal and/or administrative requirements.
• Prepares budgets including working with grants assisting program administrators in developing and maintaining the program budget; providing budgetary information to administration board members and a variety of public organizations in compliance with established regulatory guidelines.
• Processes budget-related documents (e.g. journal entries account transfers encumbrances) to update and distribute information authorize for action and/or comply with established accounting practices.
• Responds to inquiries of staff and administration regarding financial procedures to provide information direction and/or referral for addressing inquiry.
• Reviews and/or audits accounting transactions processed by others to ensure accuracy in account coding classification and/or allocation.
• Serves as a lead in the Business Office to provide leadership guidance and technical assistance to the budget development process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District including various mandatory district trainings.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

• Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB)
• Generally accepted accounting/bookkeeping principles (GAAP)
• Financial analyses and/or budget analyses
• Advanced math
• English usage grammar punctuation and spelling
• Accounting related software including advanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications
• Principles and objectives of budget preparation
• Principles and objectives of management evaluation and analysis
• Codes laws regulations and policies related to accounting

Skills and Abilities to:

• Review and interpret highly technical information
• Perform accounting procedures and standard bookkeeping
• Prepare and maintain accurate records
• Lead and guide others
• Gather collate and/or classify data
• Work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups in a variety of circumstances
• Problem solve situations and data to define issues and draw conclusions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Speak persuasively to implement desired actions
• Meet deadlines and schedules including setting and adapting to changing priorities
• Maintain confidentiality
• Work as part of a team
• Handle frequent interruptions
• Provide quality customer service

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; and monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the jobs functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organizations services.

(At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed above.)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in preparation of financial or statistical record keeping or payroll and one year of recent use of spreadsheets.

Equivalency Two (2) years of college-level study in business administration accounting bookkeeping or related fields from an accredited college or university can be substituted for one year of experience.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• None required

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the Districts applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• After the offer of employment obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
  • Pre-employment physical exam A through Districts provider

SALARY SCHEDULE:

Classified Confidential Salary Range - 10

Classified Work Calendar - 261 8 hours per day Work hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Start date: 07/01/2026

TENTATIVEDATE& LOCATION FOR EXAMINATION - Wednesday March 11 2026 at 2:00 pm at Madera Adult School.

*Materials Required :
1. Completed application2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency ( A copy of College transcripts or degree if completed) 3. Resume 4. (2 ) Letters of Recommendation written for the position (dated within the past 2 years).

The Qualification Appraisal Interview will be weighted at 50% of the final overall score.

Candidates who achieve a minimum overall passing score of 70% out of 100% after completion of all examination components shall be placed on the Eligibility List. The Eligibility List shall remain in effect for a period of one (1) year from the date of certification.

In accordance with applicable Personnel Commission Rules the names of the top three (3) candidates on the Eligibility List will be certified to the Hiring Authority for final interview and selection.

To move forward in the selection process you must complete an online application through this website.Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

The examination process and/or dates are subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be sent to the email address listed on your application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section and complete ALL fields including the names and contact information for your supervisors. The experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the applicationmay not be consideredfor the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Personnel Specialist Lead Mary Siegl at Ext 295 or email

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document their request including an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment in which employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicants on the basis of the persons actual or perceived race religious creed color national origin ancestry age marital status pregnancy physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information veteran status gender gender identity gender expression sex or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.

Prince Marshall Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road
Madera CA 93637