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We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world. Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes ... * In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students. * All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging. * All learners have the right to a quality education. * All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment. * All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society. Job Title: Finance Specialist Work Schedule and/or FTE: 1.0 Bargaining Unit: NA, Individual contract Salary Range: Individual contract, $70,000 - $85,000/yr, depending on experience Desired Start Date: ASAP Job Summary: The position is responsible for assisting with the fiscal monitoring of special education funding and special programs for the District, and related work as apparent and assigned. The position provides knowledge and understanding of special program rules, regulations and policies that effect the entire district. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties: * Assists in analyzing legislative updates, procedural guideline changes and interprets impacts on department&#8217;s financial position. * Compiles and analyzes employee salaries and expenses related to state and federal funds, title, medical assistance, alternative delivery, federal programs, diversity funds, and other special programs. * Reviews all special services finance budgeting checks and balances; reviews third party billing revenues. * Advises the Business Services Manager on special education budget administration. * Collects and prepares confidential data; develops service billing forms for tuition billing and agreements, care and treatment bills, and outside agency bills. * Assists the Director of Special Services in the management of federal funds. * Collects time study activity logs * Local Collaborative Time Study (LCTS) reports * Recalculates the percentage of expenditures from federal funds based on the time spent on the aligned activity. * Assists with Minnesota Automated Reporting Student System (MARSS) functions. * Performs inventory work for the district&#8217;s special education department. * Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS (Specific training or job experience required before appointment) * Bachelor&#8217;s degree with coursework in accounting, finance, or related field preferred. * Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of school financial administration. * Knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing school budgeting and financial practices and procedures. * High degree of aptitude and proficiency with computer based systems, including data bases and personal computer applications such as Excel, Word, and Access. * Experience working in a team environment with evidence of good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact positively with others and exceptional * Organizational and time management skills. . Skills: * Strong financial management and budgeting skills, including forecasting and allocation. * Proficiency in accounting software, spreadsheets, and data analysis tools. * Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. * Effective multitasking abilities with attention to detail and accuracy. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration and reporting. * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to support data-driven decisions. * Leadership and team management skills to supervise staff and foster a collaborative work environment. * Knowledge of financial regulations, compliance standards, and best practices. * Adaptability and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. * Customer service orientation and ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders. ________________________________ PHYSICAL FACTORS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employed is regularly required to talk, hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach for objects, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and use hands to grasp and feel. The employed must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally being required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Diversity: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Fridley Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. 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