Minimum School Program Financial Manager I

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Are you passionate about improving public education?

Do you enjoy working with numbers and solving complex problems?

Do you like analyzing, interpreting and helping to implement state laws, rules and regulations?

Do you want to make a difference and help to improve the lives of public-school students across Utah?

If so, this might be the job for you.

The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) is looking for a talented individual passionate about state fiscal policy. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented person to help administer the Minimum School Program (MSP), a collection of more than 30 education funding programs that distribute nearly $5 billion per year in state funds to Utah school districts and charter schools.

The following links take you to resources to learn more about the MSP:

Compendium of Budget Information - Minimum School Program Overview

Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee - MSP, Base Budget Bill & Basic School Program (Download PDF reader)

Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee - Video of Jan. 22, 2025 Meeting

Principal Duties

Working alongside other MSP professionals, your duties will include:

• Preparing complex calculations in Excel
• Managing monthly payments to school districts and charter schools
• Supporting the continued development and maintenance of the MSP Automated System
• Analyzing, summarizing and reviewing data
• Reporting findings, interpreting results and presenting recommendations
• Educating and supporting business officials from Utah school districts and charter schools
• Communicating with key staff and contacts from other Utah state agencies

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who has:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, business management or a related field,
• Two or more years of experience in an accounting, finance or a related role,
• Excellent analytical, writing, and presenting skills,
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively,
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially advanced working knowledge of Excel,
• Experience forecasting, tracking, and reporting budgets,
• Experience using query software and data manipulation tools, and
• An eye for detail and is meticulous in their work.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Working for USBE, you will have the opportunity to make a difference for students throughout the state. To open doors of opportunity for all Utah children, USBE sets academic standards, protects information systems, manages public education funds, directs transparent operations, develops policy for education, advocates for Utah students and provides support and oversight of schools. To learn more about USBE's strategic plan

In this position you will be eligible to receive outstanding benefits, which include various medical options, exceptional retirement plans, and generous paid time off. USBE is currently offering flexibility of working from home for up to three days per week. The Agency The Utah State Board of Education is committed to hiring the best candidates to serve Utah students. To learn more about USBE please

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.