District Finance Analyst & Accounts Payable Specialist

Mounds View Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 83,039,000 - 112,095,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Mounds View Public Schools in Minnesota is seeking a Finance Specialist to handle bookkeeping, deposits, vendor invoicing, and budget oversight within the district's financial operations.

The role requires an Associate degree or relevant experience, advanced Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team; benefits include medical, dental, and life coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or related field or relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work independently on multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and accounting tasks: data entry, transaction recording, ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and manage financial deposits, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Reconcile district purchasing cards monthly and verify receipts; ensure no sales tax charged.
• Code invoices and prepare them for payment with budget allocations.
• Track project-related work and construction activity for accurate financials and budget oversight.
• Assist with preparation of financial and audit reports and documents as needed.
• Track SBITA purchases in line with GASB 96.
• Assist in managing the district's Amazon business account.
• Review activity account reporting.
• Assist with annual insurance renewal preparation.
• Track utility consumption for all buildings.
• Reconcile accounts monthly.
• Assist with reconciling, awarding and paying scholarships.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Accounting software

School district financial systems

Job description

Mounds View Public Schools in Minnesota is seeking a Finance Specialist to handle bookkeeping, deposits, vendor invoicing, and budget oversight within the district's financial operations.

The role requires an Associate degree or relevant experience, advanced Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team; benefits include medical, dental, and life coverage.