Financial Analyst

Our Human Resources Team at the Greenville County School District is dedicated to advancing student achievement by recruiting and employing the highest qualified staff for our schools and to serve those with whom we work.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Financial Analyst

QUALIFICATIONS:

The person in this position should have the following credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Accounting concentration preferred)
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience
• Experience with large Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on projects
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

REPORTS TO:

This person is directly responsible to the Business Services Manager.

JOB GOALS:

Assist the Business Services Manager in monitoring the financial position of the School District on a day-to-day basis.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze and maintain the District’s vendor database in compliance with District, state, and federal guidelines
• Analyze attendance data and collaborate with the Technology Department to ensure accurate student classification for reporting purposes
• Support Student Activity Fund operations, including data verification, system implementation, and staff training
• Assist with banking services, including monitoring bank accounts and initiating and approving electronic payments
• Prepare and analyze cash flow projections to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet obligations
• Maintain, review, budget endowment funds
• Provide support for the District’s Purchasing Card and E-Pay programs
• Research payments received by the District and ensure accurate posting to the General Ledger
• Calculate Graduation and Charter School billing
• Coordinate the collection of Booster Club registration documentation
• Prepare investment reports for internal use
• Record journal entries and maintain cash book records as needed
• Calculate out-of-district tuition and ensure timely receipt of payments
• Review departmental procedures and internal controls; recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance
• Assist in implementing new processes to improve operational effectiveness and service delivery
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve Months with salary in Group K, Administrative/Supervisory Salary Schedule.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board’s policy.

Greenville County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, disability, religion, or national origin in its dealings with employees, students, the general public, applicants for employment, educational programs, activities, or access to its facilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,889.00 - $95,899.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Governmental accounting: 5 years (Required)
• Supervising: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA, CGFO (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, SC 29602 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenville, SC 29602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person