Grand Rapids Public Schools
Job Summary
The Financial Services Specialist is a member of the Business Division and works with other team members to provide timely and accurate financial budgeting, accounting, and reporting for the district. The position provides quality services in an efficient, timely and professional manner to a variety of internal and external customers.
Essential Job Functions
Initiate and coordinate the completion of monthly financial statements, analyze monthly financial information and prepare reports to explain significant variances in anticipated balances.
Forecast budget revenues and expenditures, recommend budget revisions, and prepare budget projections, revisions, and adjustments in accordance with program cost allocations and established procedures.
Assist in the development of salary schedules and cost analysis for contract changes and budgeting.
Communicate financial information to senior management and provide cost/benefit analysis for district programs and new initiatives.
Act as liaison to various control officers, providing financial direction and training.
Monitor general ledger, staffing, board paid benefits, and other budget items to ensure fiscal responsibility within district operations.
Create and maintain an internal audit plan, test existing financial controls, and recommend improvements.
Assist in the development and preparation of annual budget projections for all sites, programs, and departments.
Compile and analyze year‑end work papers, adjustments, and reconciliations, and support the preparation of annual financial statements and reports for the State of Michigan.
Coordinate the development and preparation of internal and external reports, including reporting for granting agencies.
Maintain and update business procedures, practices, and processes to support financial operations.
Coordinate banking, investment needs, and cash flow projections to ensure sufficient funds for operations, debt repayment, and capital investments.
Consistently demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum of 3 years' demonstrated experience in a finance role related to school finance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proven leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
Familiarity with federal and state grant principles, indirect cost allocations, and reimbursement.
Demonstrated ability to perform budget forecasting and planning.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and government regulations.
Strong written communication skills for reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
Analytical thinking and problem‑solving to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
Teamwork and training facilitation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize responsibilities.
Proficiency with personal computers, spreadsheet software, database applications, and word processing.
Experience with accounting technology platforms used in educational settings.
Commitment to excellent customer service and confidentiality.
Decision‑making and independent action abilities.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and strong organizational skills.
Non‑Discrimination Statement
The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status. American with Disabilities Act accommodations: Application assistance may be requested through the Human Resources Department at (616) 819‑2022 or humanresources@grps.org.
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Essential Job Functions
Initiate and coordinate the completion of monthly financial statements, analyze monthly financial information and prepare reports to explain significant variances in anticipated balances.
Forecast budget revenues and expenditures, recommend budget revisions, and prepare budget projections, revisions, and adjustments in accordance with program cost allocations and established procedures.
Assist in the development of salary schedules and cost analysis for contract changes and budgeting.
Communicate financial information to senior management and provide cost/benefit analysis for district programs and new initiatives.
Act as liaison to various control officers, providing financial direction and training.
Monitor general ledger, staffing, board paid benefits, and other budget items to ensure fiscal responsibility within district operations.
Create and maintain an internal audit plan, test existing financial controls, and recommend improvements.
Assist in the development and preparation of annual budget projections for all sites, programs, and departments.
Compile and analyze year‑end work papers, adjustments, and reconciliations, and support the preparation of annual financial statements and reports for the State of Michigan.
Coordinate the development and preparation of internal and external reports, including reporting for granting agencies.
Maintain and update business procedures, practices, and processes to support financial operations.
Coordinate banking, investment needs, and cash flow projections to ensure sufficient funds for operations, debt repayment, and capital investments.
Consistently demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum of 3 years' demonstrated experience in a finance role related to school finance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proven leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
Familiarity with federal and state grant principles, indirect cost allocations, and reimbursement.
Demonstrated ability to perform budget forecasting and planning.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and government regulations.
Strong written communication skills for reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
Analytical thinking and problem‑solving to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
Teamwork and training facilitation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize responsibilities.
Proficiency with personal computers, spreadsheet software, database applications, and word processing.
Experience with accounting technology platforms used in educational settings.
Commitment to excellent customer service and confidentiality.
Decision‑making and independent action abilities.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and strong organizational skills.
Non‑Discrimination Statement
The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status. American with Disabilities Act accommodations: Application assistance may be requested through the Human Resources Department at (616) 819‑2022 or humanresources@grps.org.
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