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Job Title: Senior Finance Officer and Requisition ID number: 103957

Close Date:11:59 PM on

Organizational Unit: Division of Finance (10000959)

Site: Davis Center (0001)

FTE :1.0 ; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union: Non-Represented(44)

Functional Area: Administrative

Salary Range: $189,778 - $237,222

Benefits: Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing leadership to maintain financial stability and sustainability; directs and manages the functions of the Finance Department; creates and develops efficient processes to enhance a positive internal control environment; assures discipline, accountability, and transparency in the management of MPS resources; assures compliance with MPS policies, and state and Federal laws.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serves as the principal financial advisor to the MPS Superintendent and Cabinet; provides leadership, direction and guidance in financial strategies and priorities; compiles, evaluates and analyzes financial data, and recommends solutions; assures the financial activities and procedures are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations and accounting standards.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Finance Department; directs Finance programs and operations, monitoring the results to assure the Department achieves tactical goals and plans.
• Provides leadership, management and direction to the Finance Department staff; identifies opportunities to institutionalize prudent financial management practices; develops efficient and accountable financial infrastructure in MPS practices and policies; manages assigned staff, and assigns tasks, programmatic responsibilities, and projects; evaluates performance, resolves workload and technical issues, and assures that goals are defined and achieved.
• Exercises independent judgment within policy guidelines; analyzes issues and recommends solutions; assures compliance with state and Federal rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Anticipates challenges to MPS business operations; reviews operational strategies and determines financial resource requirements and goals; organizes operational priorities to assure proper management of the finance and accounting programs.
• Analyzes financial information on MPS operations; evaluates needs and estimates financial resource requirements; reviews and monitors status reports and recommends appropriate actions; prepares and presents financial and enrollment forecasts; assures effective communication of financial issues.
• Monitors Finance Department operations and internal financial controls; assures the quality of the financial activities, services and work products; prepares statistical analyses to evaluate trends and financial status; develops revenue and expenditure forecasts and recommends budget adjustments.
• Assures that finance functions, including payroll, financial reporting, student accounting, property tax, debt management, investment and cash management, financial statement preparation, and others are supported and directed by positive internal control and prudent financial policies.
• Coordinates financial issues with MPS management staff, school board, elected officials, outside agencies; interprets and explains MPS policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendents goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To successfully perform job, incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed are representative of the knowledge and skills.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

• Masters degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; AND
• Seven (7) years of managerial experience in financial and accounting operations; OR
• an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Knowledge of:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Principles for Public Sector financial management, including payroll, treasury, grant funds and public debt management.
• Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), standards, recommended practices, rules and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Legal, ethical and professional rules of conduct for public sector finance officers.
• Federal and state fund accounting regulations, procedures, and accountability standards.
• State and Federal laws governing public sector financial functions and funding.
• Specialized MPS and state agency accounting software applications, including SAP and State of Minnesota Uniform Financial Accounting and Reporting Standards (UFARS).
• Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including strategic planning, budgeting, purchasing, contract management, customer service and employee supervision.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.

Skill in:

• Reading, interpreting, understanding and applying accounting standards and procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Analyzing MPS needs and prioritizing and promoting financial strategies to meet future needs.
• Monitoring and interpreting financial documents and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements governing public sector financial activities.
• Analyzing financial issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations and strategies.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Maintaining complex financial and technical records and forecasting revenues and expenditures.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of Finance Department staff.
• Developing cost estimates for labor contracts and negotiations.
• Evaluating workflow and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Preparing, reviewing and presenting management reports.
• Answering questions, advising staff, and resolving problems on finance issues.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients.
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively in verbal and written forms.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Minnesota Drivers License.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to walk, stand and sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office field setting. Subject to occasional travel to a variety of locations.

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION

Bargaining Unit: Non-Rep
Grade: E21
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Group: Finance and Accounting
Revised: May 15, 2024

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

FINAL NOTES

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

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