Financial Analyst Supervisor

Education, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Education Office of State Schools is seeking a Financial Analyst Supervisor to lead budgeting and financial operations for three state schools and the Outreach Program. You will report to the Central Office Financial Analyst Supervisor and coordinate with internal teams to ensure compliant, efficient processes.

Occasional travel may be required. The role emphasizes contract management, procurement, and strong financial reporting to support federal programs and overall

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of government accounting and budgeting processes.
• Experience with purchasing, vendor management and contract administration.
• GAAP certification preferred.
• Strong MS Office proficiency including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication among State Schools and the GaDOE Contracts Support Unit.
• Oversee contracts from initiation to closeout ensuring policy compliance.
• Perform procurement tasks including requisitions and receivers generation.
• Process accounts payable and receipts/invoices for payment.
• Reconcile My School Bucks cash management system and assist with Federal Programs budgeting and reporting.
• Support financial operations compliance with state and federal requirements; manage Pcard use and reconciliation.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Work independently

Task management

Education

Associate degree

Accounting experience

Tools

Financial software

Accounts Payable/Receivable

Purchasing/Card management

Vendor management

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Financial Analyst Supervisor

Agency: Department of Education

Job Requisition ID: JR0000005641

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Education Office of State Schools is hiring a Financial Analyst Supervisor under the direct supervision of the State Schools Budget & Finance Manager, the Central Office Financial Analyst Supervisor will serve as the primary liaison between the three State Schools—Atlanta Area School for the Deaf, Georgia Academy for the Blind, Georgia School for the Deaf—the Outreach Program, and the Central Office. Occasional travel may be required.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinating and facilitating effective communication and collaboration among the three State Schools and the GaDOE Contracts Support Unit.
• Overseeing the State Schools’ new and renewal contract processes from initiation through review, execution, finalization, and closeout, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and requirements for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs the essential procurement functions of a Buyer such as create requisitions for purchase and receiver generation.
• Account Payable.
• Process receipts/invoices for payment.
• Responsible for reconciling State Schools My School Bucks cash management system.
• Supporting Federal Programs within the three State Schools in effectively managing budgetary and financial processes, including monitoring, financial reporting, and procurement activities.
• Pcard use and reconciliation.
• Assist with overseeing State Schools financial processes in ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices related to financial operations.
• All other duties assigned by the Budget and Finance Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access)
• Experience with Financial software/TGM/Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payables/Requisitions/Purchase Orders/Receivers/Vendor Management
• Two or more years of experience with governmental accounting at the paraprofessional or professional level
• Experience preparing detailed accounting and budget reports
• Experience with Purchasing Card use and reconciliation
• Experience with Bank Account reconciliation
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) certification
• Professional customer service skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree and four (4) years of professional job-related experience in accounting, billing and collection systems, or claims, which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or six (6) years of professional job-related experience in general accounting, billing and collection systems, and/or claims which include two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Financial Analyst 3 (FIP062) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.