Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom.
Candidates who can contribute to our goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

SUMMARY: The Senior Accounting and Budget Analyst oversees advanced financial operations, including 
budgeting, forecasting, reconciliation, and financial reporting. This role ensures compliance, 
enhances financial decision-making, and mentors staff while supporting process improvements and 
strategic financial planning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able 
to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of 
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable 
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency and percentage of time 
may vary based on assignment.

JOB TASK DESCRIPTIONS:

1. Perform in-depth financial analysis and reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and trends.
2. Lead the preparation, review, and monitoring of the district’s annual budget.
3.  Assist in preparing analyses, reports, and presentations for the Board of Education, 
committees, and leadership including quarterly and annual financial statements and monitoring 
reports.
4.  Serve as a primary liaison for external audits and ensure compliance with all financial 
regulations.
5.  Manage special revenue compliance, reporting, and tracking of restricted funds including 
grants, food service, and student activities.
6.  Support the financial aspects of bond and mill levy elections by compiling data, preparing 
detailed financial projections, and assisting with voter information materials.
7. Provide strategic financial insights and resource allocation recommendations.
8. Develop and deliver training for staff on accounting and budgeting processes.
9. Oversee and support financial system updates.
10. Contribute to long-term financial forecasting and capital planning.
11. Conduct special projects focused on process improvements and operational efficiency.
12. Ensure timely debt management and oversight of bond issuances.
13. Evaluate and enhance internal controls to minimize financial risks.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial analysis. Public setting preferred.
- School district experience preferred.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS
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- Criminal background check required for hire.
- CPA, CMA, CPFO, SFO, or PMP certification preferred.