Financial Management Analyst

About the position

The Resource Management Specialist will assist the Office for Food and Nutrition Programs' Financial Manager in providing statewide oversight of the financial management activities for the Massachusetts federal Child Nutrition Programs including the National School Lunch, School Breakfast, Child and Adult Care Food, Summer Food Service, Food Distribution and Federal and State Emergency Food Assistance Programs. The incumbent will work collaboratively with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the department's fiscal unit to ensure effective financial management in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure data entered in the online security portal is accurate and timely in the awarding and disbursement of funds.
• Review and analyze data on nutrition reimbursement claims to ensure inclusion of the required information for accuracy, completeness and content for compliance with applicable policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Assist Financial Manager with monthly, quarterly and annual USDA financial and participation reports to ensure both accurate and timely reporting.
• Assist child nutrition sponsors with creating and maintaining MMARS vendor information.
• Assist Financial Manager with accounts payable and receivable activities.
• Assist with FFY closeout report(s) as required.
• Assist in implementing and administering the fiscal resources of FNP by monitoring budgetary, financial reporting, audits, and financial analysis.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance regarding financial management and provide direction on implementation and compliance with federal and state law and regulations.
• Prepare training materials and presentations for Child Nutrition Programs Training Programs.
• Identify applicability of funds for grant supported activities.
• Review and analyze data concerning various statewide child nutrition programs and prepare analysis statements.
• Assist in the coordination of contracts and procurements for assigned groups.
• Assist Nutrition Programs Financial Manager, ensuring effective accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and auditing functions.
• Assist in the financial review of School Food Authority food service operations.
• Maintain current knowledge of federal and state regulations to provide guidance and prepare materials for assistance.
• Perform other related work as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of State and Federal Child Nutrition laws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of program admission and compliance procedures.
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of financial and program data.
• Knowledge of general accepted financial procedures and federal, state and municipal finance laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of financial management, including financial analysis and financial information recording and processing.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting, auditing, and business management.
• Ability to render, evaluate and advise on Child Nutrition financial related services.
• Knowledge of various computer software packages including spreadsheets, word processing, and database applications.
• Intermediate to expert Microsoft Excel knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts Management and Accounting Reporting System (MMARS) preferred.
• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate complex financial and program data.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious relationships with management, subordinates and peers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.