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Job Title: Financial Systems Analyst, Senior - Accounting and Financeand Requisition ID number: 70956
Close Date:11:59 PM on 12/01/2020
Organizational Unit: Accounting & Finance (10001027)
Site: Davis Center (0001)
FTE: 1.0 52 weeks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time
Union: AMP(42)
Functional Area: Administrative

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SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs professional level support for the District's financial systems which are utilized by all District departments; provides departmental interface with Information Systems staff; acts as lead on assigned financial systems projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides customer support and resolves systems issues through the financial systems team which provides District departments with direct assistance in resolving their system issues; acts as project lead on system implementation projects.
• Assists in administration of accounting and payroll system security, maintains system tables, documents and analyzes departmental system requirements; and develops, maintains and distributes user documentation and trains staff in accounting and payroll systems usage.
• Interacts with all levels of internal staff in documenting accounting and payroll issues or developing functional specifications, which include screen and report layouts.
• Performs financial system acceptance testing; writes, executes and analyzes test script results to ensure system integrity; performs quality assurance of financial system user documentation.
• Coordinates and participates in a variety of financial and related analytical studies; conducts complex analyses that relate to the accounting and payroll systems, working in concert with centralized information systems staff.
• Prepares a variety of reports, flowcharts, diagrams, documentation and other written materials; compiles a variety of financial information for use by staff.
• Assists with District-wide training programs related to financial systems utilization; provides information as required.
• Performs management support activities such as preparing Board agenda items, conducting studies for School Board requests and assessing the financial impact of proposed legislation.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may operate a vehicle or arrange for transportation to visit various work sites and attend off-site meetings.
• Maintains all aspects of security and confidentiality of records and information.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent's goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Finance, MIS or related field AND 5years of professional experience in financial systems administration and computer database management; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. Knowledge of:

• Governmental revenue and expenditure processes, fund accounting and program evaluation.
• Principles and practices organizational and management analysis.
• Principles and practices of financial systems development and administration.
• Principles and practices of contract administration.
• Data sampling and statistical analysis techniques.
• Function, organization and basic services of the District.
• Applicable laws, codes and regulations. Computer applications related to the work.
• Financial record keeping and bookkeeping practices and techniques.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for working collaboratively with a variety of individuals.

Skill in:

• Leading projects related to financial systems implementation and modifications.
• Interpreting, explaining and applying requirements, rules and regulations related to governmental budgeting, expenditure and revenue projection, cost controls and contract administration.
• Analyzing, evaluating and developing business requirements specifications for enhancing applications for financial systems.
• Evaluating user system access request and authorities to ensure that the proper system of internal controls is maintained.
• Planning, designing, testing and coordinating the implementation of financial system modifications.
• Creating and conducting test plans for testing enhancements to financial systems.
• Planning, conducting, coordinating and participating in complex systems and financial analytical and research projects.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Compiling and reviewing system reports and data for completeness, accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures and compiling budget documents for distribution.
• Preparing timely and accurate financial system operational analyses.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing accurate and timely reports.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Minnesota State Commercial Driver's License may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.

AMP 66 Exempt

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.