Senior Financial Analyst
Job Description
Senior Financial Analyst opportunity for Eugene School District 4J (onsite) in Eugene, OR, supporting senior-level accounting, financial analysis, forecasting, and district financial systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform senior professional and complex accounting functions, including recording, reconciling, and reporting
- Prepare complex financial summary reports
- Conduct financial, statistical, and analytical studies
- Prepare and assist with other financial reports, statements, and claims for reimbursement in accordance with prescribed guidelines
- Develop integrated revenue and expense analyses, projections, reports, and presentations
- Create and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, ensuring financial information is recorded accurately
- Complete financial forecasting and reconcile internal accounts
- Provide training on District financial systems, policies, and procedures; act as a subject matter expert
- Collaborate with the Finance Director on auditor requests for interim and full audits
- Support yearend closing procedures with the Finance Director
- Quarterly review and reconcile identified asset and liability accounts to confirm accuracy, appropriateness, documentation, and explanations of current balances
- Prepare SEFA and other State/Federal reporting as requested
- Review and reconcile Fixed Assets, including updating depreciation schedules and related reports
- Review Fixed Asset transactions for accuracy and timeliness
- Assist with DebtBook management as needed, including translating information to prepare journal entries for GASB and audit requirements
- May conduct audits of district financial processes and recommend improvements
- Serve as a subject matter expert for financial systems and processes, providing guidance and support to staff as needed
- Recommend accounting and financial administration strategies based on identified challenges and trends
- Support development and implementation of financial systems and procedures that improve reporting and control
- Complete and create departmental financial analysis, journal entries, and reconciliations as requested
- Assist with departmental education related to finances and accounting
- Recommend budget-related strategies based on identified challenges and trends
- Contribute to departmental budget creation and budget updates under direction of department directors and managers
- Prepare and analyze complex financial statements and reports; analyze data to answer financial questions or recommend approaches
- Develop and present short- and long-range financial forecasts and projections
- Work with assigned departments on financial services matters and be available for questions and analysis
- Assist with district audits and contribute to timely, compliant file management
- Assist schools/staff as needed; assist with financial system testing as needed
- Draft and review documentation of task and duty processes related to job functions
- Respond to districtwide policy and procedure questions; analyze, interpret, summarize, and present complex financial and technical information clearly
- Evaluate and recommend improvements to policies and processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, or effectiveness
- Research, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes
- Perform other duties related to Financial Services within the class essential and general functions, or functions at a lower level
Requirements
- Knowledge of public financial management principles and practices, including governmental fund accounting and public policy analysis
- Knowledge of research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures
- Knowledge of auditing standards and requirements
- Knowledge of automated accounting systems, standard business software (Microsoft Office), networks, and web-based applications
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local legislative process; laws, codes, and regulations related to financial administration of school districts and charter schools
- Knowledge of project management and strategic planning principles and practices
- Ability to apply budget preparation principles and techniques
- Ability to set priorities, delegate, and monitor progress on assignments for staff and self
- Ability to analyze problems, identify opportunities, and develop solutions
- Ability to solve complex issues and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, team, and leadership verbally and in writing, including communicating complex or technical financial information to varied audiences
- Ability to work independently and in a lead capacity as a team member; adapt to changing program needs; train, plan, and coordinate work of others
- Ability to conduct research, retrieve and organize data to prepare reports and financial documentation
- Ability to audit and analyze data to detect and correct errors; set up and maintain spreadsheets and databases; perform complex mathematical computations; organize and maintain accounting records; set priorities and meet strict deadlines accurately
- Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders; interpret and explain complex rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field (required)
- Five (5) or more years related to governmental accounting (required)
- Five (5) or more years related to school district finances is valued, but not required
Technologies
- Microsoft Office
- Networks
- Web-based applications
- DebtBook
Position Overview
- Full-time, 1.0 FTE (8 hours per day)
- Schedule: AD-12 (260 days per full school year)
- Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Supervisory Relationships
- Reports to the Director of Financial Services or delegate
Salary
- $85,831 - $112,557 per year
Location
- Education Center, 200 North Monroe Street, Eugene, OR (onsite)
Job Details
- Job type: Full Time
- Job number: 2026-00301
- Opening date: 11/13/2026
- Closing date: 11/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Additional Information
- Complete application in its entirety; incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed (no exceptions)
- Submit application using the GovernmentJobs website
- Scan and attach all required documentation to submit an online application
- If offered employment, applicants must obtain fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by Eugene School District 4J
- Applicants are responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee
- Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
- Veterans’ preference and Disabled Veterans preference in accordance with applicable law
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