What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Reporting Analyst position at Oregon Department of Education?
Initial Posting Date:
02/21/2025
Application Deadline:
03/02/2025
Agency:
Oregon Department of Education
Salary Range:
$5,325 - $8,148
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Financial Reporting Analyst
Job Description:
Position Title: Financial Reporting Analyst
Classification: Program Analyst 2
Salary: $5,325-$8,148 ($5,695 - $8,713 PERS)
Representation: SEIU
Position Type: Permanent
Time Type: Full TIme
Are you looking for a chance to shape something from the ground up? We are seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst to join a brand new unit on our Office of Finance and Information Technology team at the Oregon Department of Education. This is a permanent position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). If you're ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving space and play a key role in a transformative initiative, we want to hear from you!
This role is a hybrid of remote work and will need to report to the office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.
About Us:
The
Oregon Department of Education’s
(ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission
, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
The Office of Finance and Information Technology’s (OFIT’s) primary service is to provide timely and reliable fiscal, administrative, and information technology services. The work is designed to ensure that all agency services adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, while seeking solutions focused on the needs of Oregon's children. OFIT contributes to an infrastructure that allows ODE staff to focus on the core mission of leadership, accountability, and school improvement.
What you will do!
As the Financial Reporting Analyst you will enhance the agency's financial reporting capabilities by training school districts and other external stakeholders on issues related to financial reporting. You will be responsible for staying up to date with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines and providing expert guidance on accounting practices to ensure compliance and transparency.
The Financial Reporting Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of financial information, which is essential for effective program management and fiscal accountability. Within this program, the Financial Reporting Analyst collaborates closely with school districts to align financial reporting initiatives with organizational objectives. You will be responsible for the ongoing update and maintenance of the Program Budget and Accounting Management (PBAM) system and the chart of accounts. The Financial Reporting Analyst functions as a key resource for training and support, ensuring that districts understand financial reporting requirements and best practices. Additionally, as the Financial Reporting Analyst you will manage the development and delivery of training materials and sessions, ensuring that stakeholders are well-informed and equipped to meet their financial reporting obligations.
Typical duties include:
Program Administration
- Provide training and support to school districts on the Program Budget Accounting Manual (PBAM) and state financial reporting standards to ensure accurate data submissions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that financial data is integrated into state reporting systems and supports transparency efforts.
Program Monitoring
- Perform detailed analysis of financial data submitted by school districts to identify trends, discrepancies, or areas for improvement in financial transparency.
- Develop financial reporting templates and tools to support school districts in meeting state reporting requirements and improving the quality of financial information.
Program Representation
- Represent the Fiscal Transparency Unit in meetings and discussions with school districts and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of fiscal reporting requirements and expectations.
- Act as the primary point of contact for school districts regarding their financial reporting processes, providing guidance and support to ensure compliance with state standards
Please click here to view the full position description
Minimum Qualifications (Need to Have)
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program
OR
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Minimum qualifications must be met to qualify for this position.
Minimum qualifications must be met to qualify for this position.
Desired Attributes (Nice to Have):
- Demonstrated commitment to system change that accelerates opportunities by removing barriers for students in our K-12 system who are and have been historically underserved.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state grant administration, hiring and onboarding processes, Oregon Administrative Rule processes and development, budget and agency operations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and oral and written communications skills.
- Ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Highly effective and well-developed interpersonal skills and self-awareness. The ability to manage situations and tailor approach to the individual's skills, needs and performance. Demonstrated ability to see the importance of role modeling. The ability to coach and co-create shared vision.
- Ability to collaborate across multiple systems (i.e. national, state, local, school districts, SEAs, etc.) and work together to streamline services across multiple communities and programs. Ability to navigate complex socio-political contexts and solicit and value diverse viewpoints.
- Experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic organizational goals, plans and policies. Experience analyzing complex and sensitive issues and situations, identifying alternative solutions, and forecasting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of strategic organizational goals, plans and policies.
- Budget planning and preparation including forecasting and establishing budget projections associated with revenue streams. Strong knowledge of the principles and process of budgeting and financial management as it relates to operational management and program delivery. Understanding of state and federal funding processes.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.
Why us?
At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.
Our amazing benefits include:
- Excellentmedical, vision and dentalbenefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
- Paid days off –
- 11 paid holidays per year,
- 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year,
- 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month,
- Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.
- In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability,Paid Leave Oregon, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program:if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
- If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To apply:
Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
- Upload a resume and cover letter.
- In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages). Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/Cover Letter field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.
- In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.
- Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/Cover Letter.
- Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account.
Please contact
Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!
1st Thursday of the month – 11 am to 11:45 am (PST)
ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov
if you have any questions on the application process.Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!
1st Thursday of the month – 11 am to 11:45 am (PST)
Join ZoomGov Meeting
https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1618573320
Additional Information:
Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.- Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit thePay Equity Projecthomepage.
- The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
- Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
- Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.
- Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which may require a fingerprint-based records check and/or credit history check, as a condition of employment.
- If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact us atode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
- Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
- Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9acceptable documents(See page 3) for employment verification.
Helpful links and contact information:
Learn more aboutODE- Understanding the State Application Process
- Resources for Job Seekers
- Get There
- Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Live, work, and play inSalem, Oregon.
- For additional information, you may contact us by e-mail atode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.
The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
Come for a job | Stay for a career | Make a difference...for a lifetime!
Salary : $5,325 - $8,148
