State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 2 weeks ago
Education Program Consultant (School Finance - Accounting)
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThe State of Iowa - Executive Branch is dedicated to creating excellence in education through leadership and service. The Education Program Consultant (School Finance - Accounting) will provide technical assistance and guidance to school districts regarding various aspects of school finance.
CommunitiesOffice AdministrationPublic SafetyResidential
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance and guidance to school districts on State and Federal law/regulations as related to school finance
Update and test bureau data collections to ensure continued alignment with Iowa Code and Administrative rule
Collaborate with bureau staff to design and maintain fiscal reports as a resource for internal staff, school districts, AEAs, and other stakeholders
Maintain professional competency through review of publications, professional development, and staying current with statutory and industry changes
Participate in professional activities of Bureau, Division, Department, and national and state organizations. This work includes regular participation in bureau and division meetings, school business operations activities, assigned work teams, and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and five years of full-time post-graduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas: Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting; Professional administrative experience in an educational setting; Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements; Professional experience in a major technical program area housed within the Iowa Department of Education; Professional data integration, data analysis, and statistical analysis experience; Professional communications experience, including public relations, marketing, or journalism; Professional school safety and emergency preparedness experience
A combination of a total of five years of post-graduate education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate, and three academic years of teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution
Possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements
Preferred
Specific experience in the business office of a public school district or area education agency
Authorization as a school business official (SBO)
Experience as an auditor, CGFM, or accountant with the ability to learn governmental accounting
Experience with fiscal reporting of Iowa school districts and area education agencies
Experience with SQL or SAS
Strong communication, mathematical, and analytical skills
Proficiency in spreadsheets
Governmental accounting experience
Experience interpreting code and regulations
Benefits
Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities
Collaborative, positive work environment
Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow
Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country
Employee discounts from a variety of vendors
Competitive Salary And Benefits Package
Company
State of Iowa - Executive Branch
If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.
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