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Job Title: Budget Analyst, Senior (2025-2026)  and Requisition ID number: 102901

Close Date: 11:59 PM on 04/28/2025 

Organizational Unit:  Budget & Planning (10000957) 

Site:  Davis Center (0001) 

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

Union:  MACA(02) 

Functional Area:  Administrative 

Salary Range:  $99,006  - $123,645  

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.

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SUMMARY

Assigns and reviews the work of staff in a budgetary and/or financial analytical area; performs complex and specialized analytical work related to the projection of revenues and the preparation and administration of the annual budget; performs management studies with financial/budgetary impacts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides lead direction, training and work review to varied levels and types of financial and accounting support staff; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work.
• Instructs staff in work procedures; provides input into selection decisions, performance evaluations and disciplinary matters.
• Develops, allocates, tracks and analyzes the expenditure budget; develops and evaluates short and long range revenue and expenditure forecasts; develops and revises forecast models.
• Works with MPS Administrative Staff to develop and refine the process of budget allocation.
• Anticipates challenges to MPS business operations; identifies trends impacting the allocation of budget resources; recommends MPS budget strategies.
• Resolves issues regarding the use of District resources within budget allocation and compliance rules.
• Monitors financial and transactional reports on the District's ERP system, identifies inaccurate financial data and helps to problem-solve system changes and training issues to maintain financial integrity. 
• Coordinates with MPS work groups to analyze financial data and provide Finance Leadership with information to make strategic decisions regarding use of District resources to meet the goals and objectives of the District Strategic Plan.
• Responds to requests for information; answers budget and financial questions as authorized; advises MPS management on budget issues and procedures; provides technical information to staff; provides assistance to other government agencies and the public within scope of authority.
• Monitors district expenditures for the District Fiscal Audit process.
• Prepares cost analyses, including projections and recovery alternatives; follows-up to ensure that departments are adhering to established schedules.
• Works with the Finance Department to identify potential compliance shortfalls to District financial resources and help develop processes and procedural changes to mitigate risks.
• Maintains professional competence in budgeting and accounting principles and techniques; reviews and applies new and revised laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
• 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 Superintendent’s 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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; AND
• Four (4) years of professional financial analysis and budget experience; OR
• an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. 

Knowledge of:

• Basic supervisory principles and practices; principles and practices organizational and management analysis.
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Principles for Public Sector financial management.
• Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, practices and policies.
• Federal and state accounting regulations, procedures, and accountability standards.
• State and Federal laws governing public sector finance and budgets.
• Methods and techniques for researching and analyzing budgets and operational functions.
• Principles and procedures for developing and administering budgets.
• Specialized MPS and state agency accounting software applications, including SAP and State of Minnesota Uniform Financial Accounting and Reporting Standards (UFARS).
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.

Skill in:

• Planning, organizing, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of others; training others in the policies and procedures related to the work.
• Budget planning, implementation and monitoring. 
• Analyzing MPS operations, fund balances, budget and revenues and developing budget strategies.
• Analyzing, interpreting, summarizing and communicating technical information.
• Analyzing and interpreting complex data using spreadsheet software, quantitative analysis procedures and statistical model building,
• Interpreting and applying budget and accounting standards and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Performing analytical work requiring the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Analyzing budget issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations and strategies.
• Reviewing mathematical calculations and statistical models.
• Preparing, reviewing and presenting management reports.
• 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 verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

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

• Minnesota State Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and phone usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION
 Bargaining Unit: MACA
 Grade: 68
 FLSA Status: Exempt
 Job Group: Finance and Accounting
 New: August 5, 2024

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

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.

Posting Notes: | 12:01 AM On 04/28/2025 | Budget & Planning (10000957) | Davis Center (0001) | Administrative