SCHOOL FINANCE, BUDGET ANALYST

$60,000 - $65,000/Yr

State of Arizona - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Phoenix, AZ

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Budget Analyst position at the Arizona Department of Education is responsible for supporting the collection, analysis, and reporting of school district and charter expenditure budgets and financial reports. The role ensures the accuracy of budgets and financial reports, enabling Local Education Agencies to receive appropriate budget capacity. The position operates in a hybrid work environment, allowing for remote work contingent upon business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist school districts and charter schools in the development of their annual budgets and financial forms.
• Prepare the Superintendent's Annual Financial Report (SAFR) submission.
• Prepare the Local Education Agency Finance Survey (F-33) submission.
• Prepare the National Public Education Financial Data Survey (NPEFS) submission.
• Prepare the School Level Finance Survey (SLFS) submission.
• Prepare other internal data requests and external regular reporting, such as the Teacher Salary Report and Over Expenditure Report.
• Create/update school district and charter school budget worksheets and forms in conjunction with the Auditor General.
• Provide technical assistance to all levels of government and districts/charters, including presentations and trainings.
• Develop and test budget tools related to budgets and annual financial reports.
• Review new AZ legislation for potential implementation or problems.
• Analyze and publish reports for school districts relating to their budget limits and other annual required reporting.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the assignment, or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree is required.
• Knowledge in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Statistical and general mathematical analysis procedures.
• Analytical skills and computer applications.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• General computer software skills required (directories, Web browsers, spreadsheets, etc.).
• Intermediate to advanced level in computer software (SQL, Excel, and Word).
• Strong analytical and comprehension ability.
• Highly detail-oriented.
• Ability to explain complex statutes and write instructions for computer information systems.
• Strong customer service skills.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Retirement plans through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).