AOE Fiscal Analyst

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (80% state-paid)

Dental coverage (free for employees &

Paid holidays and generous leave

State pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Wellness program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Vermont State of Agency of Education seeks a detail-oriented finance and data professional to support statewide education finance operations. You will collect, validate, and maintain school district financial and HR data to ensure UCOA compliance and accuracy.

You’ll develop data systems and reporting tools to support leadership, legislative requests, and public transparency. This role emphasizes collaboration with districts, data quality assurance, and guidance on financial reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, statistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in finance, fiscal analysis, fiscal modeling, and budgeting.
• Experience with data tools (Power BI, SQL, Power Query) and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and maintain school district financial and HR data per UCOA standards.
• Perform data quality assurance, identify discrepancies, and coordinate with districts.
• Analyze financial and operational data to support reporting and policy development.
• Develop and maintain data systems, queries, and reporting tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI).
• Prepare datasets and financial summaries for leadership, legislative requests, and public reporting.
• Support creation of public-facing financial reports and data tools for accessibility.
• Provide guidance to district personnel on financial reporting and UCOA standards.
• Create SOPs, guidance, and training for data collection and reporting practices.
• Collaborate with staff and districts to improve data integrity and streamline reporting.

Skills

Finance

Fiscal analysis

Budgeting

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting / business / finance

5+ years in finance, fiscal analysis, budgeting

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Power Query

eFinancePlus

Tyler ERP

Job description

Overview

The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) is seeking a detail-oriented finance and data professional to support statewide education finance operations through financial analysis, data management, and reporting. This position plays a key role in collecting, validating, and maintaining school district financial and human resources data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Uniform Chart of Accounts (UCOA) standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and maintain school district financial and human resources data in accordance with Vermont's Uniform Chart of Accounts (UCOA) standards and established reporting requirements.


• Conduct data quality assurance reviews, identify discrepancies, and work collaboratively with school districts to improve the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of reported information.


• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, support education finance reporting, and inform Agency decision-making and policy development.


• Develop, maintain, and improve data systems, queries, and reporting tools using Excel, SQL, Power BI, and similar platforms to support efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting.


• Prepare datasets, financial summaries, and reports to support Agency leadership, legislative requests, state and federal reporting requirements, and public transparency.


• Support the development and maintenance of public-facing financial reports and data tools, with an emphasis on improving data accessibility, usability, and understanding.


• Provide technical assistance and guidance to school district business and human resources personnel on financial reporting requirements, data submissions, and UCOA standards.


• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, technical guidance, and training resources to promote consistent data collection, validation, and reporting practices.


• Collaborate with Agency staff, school districts, and state partners to strengthen data integrity, streamline reporting processes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.


• Support special projects, research, and ad hoc financial analysis to address emerging education finance needs and Agency priorities.

This position works under the supervision of a Senior Fiscal Analyst, with assignments guided by established objectives, timelines, and reporting standards. The position contributes to the Agency's commitment to accurate, reliable, and accessible education finance information that supports transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making.

Who May Apply

This position, AOE Fiscal Analyst (Job Requisition #55941), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. Some work outside normal business hours may be required during peak reporting cycles. Interaction with internal staff and external stakeholders, including school district personnel, is routine.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, statistics, or related field AND one (1) or more years of experience in finance, fiscal analysis, fiscal modeling, and budgeting, or related field.

OR

Five (5) or more years of experience in finance, fiscal analysis, fiscal modeling, and budgeting, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project management and coordination.


• Experience in school district or public sector finance.


• Experience with financial or ERP systems (e.g., eFinancePlus, Tyler ERP).


• Experience with data tools such as Power BI, SQL, or Power Query.


• Experience supporting data collection, validation, and reporting processes.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families


• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan


• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)


• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts


• Low cost group life insurance


• Incentive-based Wellness Program


• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.