Budget Analyst

About This Role

The Budget Analyst assures adequate fiscal controls and proper accounting and disbursement procedures. This role ensures that district expenditures are within grant limits and approved budget appropriations and are according to local, state, and federal policies and regulations, under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor to the Director of Finance on issues relating to the business and financial affairs of the District
• Assist in annual budget development and assume responsibility for its day-to-day administration
• Assist in financial monitoring and budget forecasting
• Provide monthly reporting of expenditures to all schools and departments
• Coordinate and review budgetary transfers and prepare list for Board approvals
• Manage purchasing and bidding processes pursuant to State code and related guidelines, and ensure participation in select joint purchasing efforts
• Oversee the preparation and submission of required accounting reports, including but not limited to the Act 80 report and the PDE-374 report
• Provide oversight in establishing new budget codes
• Invoice other school districts and entities for services provided by the ASD
• Provide oversight of the completion of required state, federal and independent audits
• Assist in the preparation of a 5 year Budget Forecast
• Forecast 5, Position Control, Plancon J
• Analyze the effectiveness of districts financial programs
• Prepare reports as required by the District Auditors
• Insure timely payment of outstanding bond, EMMA responsibility PDE 2071
• Oversee monthly closings and reconciliation of accounts
• Conduct annual recognition with Tax & Revenue Collections
• Recommend new procedures as desirable and necessary to improve efficiency and effectiveness in all business functions
• Assist the Executive Director of Finance in the supervision of staff in the Business/Finance Office
• Assist in the coordination and evaluation of staff members
• Train employees
• Plan, assign, and direct work
• Address complaints and resolve problems as needed
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s policies and applicable laws

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, accounting, or related field
• Minimum three years experience in accounting, business management or related field
• Experience in public school accounting preferred
• School and/or business leadership experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills