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Analyst - Financial (Grants)

Job Title:
Analyst - Financial (Grants)

Location:
Baltimore, MD, US

Organization Name:
Controller

Department Description:

Job Summary:
Performs specialized accounting and budgetary functions in grants. Performs a variety of technical and analytical duties in the areas of accounting and budget, requiring the application of financial and analytical principles of governmental accounting through the general ledger. Perform s complex budgetary analysis, fiscal research, journal entry adjustments, cash reimbursement requests, reporting and related work for administrative and school based budgets. Work s closely with schools and departments to assist in management of grants. Monitor s compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions:
• Assists with developing, recommending, and interpreting the application of financial and budgetary policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Coordinates and assists Baltimore City Public Schools personnel with management plans for specific budget and expenditure allocations.
• Prepares budgets, monitors budgeted revenue/expenditures to actual revenue/expenditures and prepares budget amendments as required.
• Audits and analyzes accounts and prepares reports on various phases of fiscal activities by compiling, computing, and comparing figures of various accounts.
• Plans and performs a variety of budget/expenditure projections and fiscal simulations, analyses and calculations. Conducts special cost studies and analyses.
• Initiates, completes, evaluates and validates a variety of state, local and federal reports and financial statements.
• Prepares and posts journal entries to the general ledger for grants, general funds and third party programs.
• Invoices and draw s -down of funds for reimbursement of grant expenditures.
• Analyzes financial and budgetary statements; identifies trends and concerns with recommended solutions.
• Analyzes and evaluates existing manual and automated financial system design, computer-generated financial reports and other automated programs integrated with the primary financial system for redesign, modification, and/or modernization.
• Prepares special financial reports and statistical analyses as directed including cash flow, legality of expenditures and budget procedures.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive statistical data and prepares periodic budgetary reports and statements.
• Functions as a financial manager/advisor for City Schools departments.
• Prepares and delivers detailed written and oral reports and presentations, including graphics as appropriate.
• Monitors compliance with legislation and other legal requirements throughout the budget cycle for third party programs and grants.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board's policies and the professional standards.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with four years' experience in accounting, budgeting and/or financial management; or a Master's degree with 2 years' experience in accounting, budgeting and/or financial management. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
• CPA preferred.
• Specific experience using Oracle Financials which demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Oracle General Ledger or other comparable ERP system.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and routine auditing practices and procedures, grant accounting and budgeting procedures.
• Knowledge of current business practices, procedures, theory and analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of funding and cost accounting system at City Schools or comparable school system.
• Thorough knowledge of financial and budget analysis.
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports and recommendations and to express accounting and budgeting principles and concepts to non-financial managers.
• Ability to use statistical concepts and methods and to mathematically analyze expenditure patterns, forecast revenues, cost out various types of proposals, and to analyze computer reports for potential problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Schools' personnel and external agencies.
• Proficient in the use of technical computer applications, including Microsoft Office Professional Suite, particularly Excel and Access
• Ability to manage accounting data analyses and reporting using specialized computer applications for financial management such as Oracle.

competencies
• Functional/Technical Skills: Possesses required functional and technical knowledge and skills to do his or her job at a high level of accomplishment; demonstrates active interest and ability to enhance and apply new functional skills.
• Customer Focus: Commits to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; acts with stakeholders in mind; values importance of providing high-quality customer service.
• Building Effective Team: Builds cohesive teams of people within the organization; shares wins and success such that each team member feels valuable and appreciated; guides teams to establish and achieve goals.
• Drive for Results: Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; does not give up before finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Additional Details:
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application
Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

How To Apply:
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Baltimore City Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and encourages resumes from bi-lingual or multi-lingual candidates.

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

Minimum Salary:
65000

Maximum Salary:
75000

Currency:
USD

Amount of Travel:

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