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Start Your Online Application Now Position: Finance Specialist Work Schedule: Full-time, 12-months/year Start Date: ASAP Pay: $28.98 - $39.12 dependent on qualifications and based on the Non-Affiliated Handbook Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life and other benefits in accordance with the Non-Affiliated Summary of Benefits Desired Qualifications: Associate''s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or relevant work experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and data analysis tools is essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work. Ability to work independently, self-motivated and collaboratively in a team environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work independently on multiple tasks. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in financial/accounting roles. Familiarity with accounting software and school district financial systems. Key Responsibilities: Perform various bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including data entry, transaction recording, and ledger maintenance. Prepare and manage financial deposits for the district, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation. Reconcile district purchasing cards monthly to maintain accurate financial records, including verifying credit card statements to assure proper receipts are attached for each charge and that sales tax was not charged. Contacts individuals missing statements and reimbursement of sales tax, as needed. Code invoices and prepare them for payment, ensuring appropriate budget allocations. Track project-related work and construction activity, providing regular updates to support accurate project financials and budget oversight. Assist with the preparation of financial and audit reports and documents as needed. Track Subscription Based Information Technology (SBITA) purchases in alignment with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement #96. Assists in management of the district''s Amazon business account. Review of certain activity account reporting. Assist with the preparation of the annual insurance renewal. Track utility consumption for all buildings. Reconcile certain accounts, monthly. Assist with the reconciling, awarding and paying of scholarships. Review Positive Pay daily records. Monitor and update financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with district policies. Respond to inquiries and assist district staff with finance-related questions. Provide backup for the Accounts Payable process. Process and print checks for Accounts Payable. Provide training on financial processes, as needed. Perform other duties of a comparable level or type, as required. Other duties as assigned. Mounds View Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online