Budget Analyst - School District Finance

Polk County Public Schools; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools District Office in Bartow, Florida is seeking an Analyst - Budget to perform professional accounting duties within the district's financial operations and grant programs.

The role supports budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting processes, reviews transactions for proper classification, prepares monthly grant reports, and assists in month‑ and year‑end close, with emphasis on DOE compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance-related field preferred.
• Considerable governmental accounting/auditing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting principles and reporting.
• Familiar with budgeting procedures and grants.

Responsibilities

• Assists in financial accounting, budget control, and financial reporting.
• Reviews transactions for proper classification and advises on budget changes.
• Prepares monthly grant reports and district budget/financial reports for DOE and agencies.
• Assists in month-end/year-end closing entries and cash advance requests for federal projects.
• Develops policies related to assigned areas of responsibility.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance-related field

Tools

ERP packages

Job description

Polk County Public Schools District Office in Bartow, Florida is seeking an Analyst - Budget to perform professional accounting duties within the district's financial operations and grant programs.

The role supports budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting processes, reviews transactions for proper classification, prepares monthly grant reports, and assists in month‑ and year‑end close, with emphasis on DOE compliance.