Financial Analyst Senior

Tacoma Public Schools•Central Administration Building (CAB) 601 S 8th St., WA

About The Position

This position provides complex, technical financial and budget analysis to support the development and monitoring of Tacoma Public Schools’ budget and policies. The role provides reporting support for proposed budget development and training and technical assistance to promote sound financial management. It is characterized by independent work and in-depth analysis, recommendations, and coordination of financial projects and processes, including labor negotiation activities. The position supports assigned programs and departments through revenue and expenditure analysis, forecasting, budget development, variance explanations, financial reporting, and analysis of labor, legislative, and operational proposals. It also assists with financial systems and reporting improvements, position control, cash flow analysis, staff training, and presentations to the Board, staff, and public. The work is performed in an office environment, with frequent interruptions and prolonged visual concentration; occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or accounting from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience evaluated for comparability.
Four years of progressively responsible experience in a large, complex organization involving budget analysis, financial analysis, or policy impact analysis; equivalent combinations of experience and training may be considered.
Knowledge of budget preparation and analysis, financial reports, and financial forecasting.
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, program budgeting, and financial analysis.
Strong analytical, financial forecasting, and planning skills.
Proficiency in spreadsheet development.
Skill with word processing, databases, presentations, email, and automated accounting and human resources systems.
Effective written, interpersonal, and group presentation communication skills.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and develop administrative procedures and regulations; organize and prioritize work; meet deadlines under pressure; and provide customer service to multiple internal customers.
Ability to concentrate on details and produce precise, accurate work; maintain strict confidentiality; demonstrate reliable attendance; and establish effective working relationships in a multicultural, socioeconomic setting.
Fingerprints and successful Washington State Patrol and FBI background clearance, including sexual misconduct clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience in a school district or governmental agency.
Knowledge of school district accounting and state budgeting requirements.

Responsibilities

Calculate and analyze state apportionment revenue; track District enrollment and staffing; forecast revenue and expenditure trends; and coordinate program forecasts as needed.
Serve as a primary analyst and liaison for major and non-major programs, analyzing revenues and expenditures, funding or operational changes, and recommending options to improve program performance.
Work with assigned programs and departments to review budget information, estimate variances, document assumptions, explain financial results, and conduct research.
Analyze costs, revenues, and operational impacts of labor negotiation proposals, legislative proposals, and other issues affecting District finances; recommend and coordinate negotiation strategies.
Assist in developing the District budget, analyzing funding requests, and balancing expenditures against projected revenue and local support.
Assist in developing, implementing, and analyzing new, revised, or proposed financial systems and reports.
Provide fiscal information and technical assistance to District staff; train staff on financial reporting techniques and help them understand financial information.
Perform monthly cash flow analysis and reconcile it to the county treasurer’s report.
Assist with the online position control system and reports, verify information, correct errors, and coordinate with District offices to resolve problems.
Assist management with the development, review, revision, and implementation of budgets, accounting and reporting systems, policies, and procedures; help respond to reporting requirements.
Review and distribute monthly or quarterly financial reports, identify and resolve issues, prepare analyses and supporting materials, provide quarterly notice of potential budget overspends, and maintain spreadsheets for statutory reporting.
Develop custom reports and prepare financial statements and annual reports, ensuring accuracy and integrity; recommend reporting-system improvements and develop training related to financial reports.
Make or assist with presentations to the Board, staff, and public, and represent the Finance Department as assigned.
Provide customer service to internal and external customers.
Assist with long-range financial planning and forecasting and ensure management has up-to-date information.
Coordinate, update, and maintain the Finance Department website.
Maintain and update job-related knowledge and skills through professional development.
Manage temporary special projects and perform related duties as assigned.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance or physical presence.