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$79,101.00/yr - $94,921.00/yr

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** Applications will be received until August 1, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board k12.org. **

About this job:

Trains and assists with budget management responsibilities, including budget development, monitoring, reporting and analysis. Assists in preparation of monthly school budget status reports; provides assistance to staff as needed to identify areas of concern. The Financial Partner performs strategic analysis related to school budgets, directly supports school leaders in budget development and use of funds and performs other special projects.

This role supports central departments with all budget management responsibilities on the department finance team.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $79,101 - $94,921.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources page.

What You'll Do:

• Educate school administration on the allocation of resources in the Student Based Budgeting (SBB) model. Provide insight as to how to equate student projections to budget estimates.
• Provide guidance to school administrative staff in the implementation and management of a comprehensive financial model for a school.
• With an assigned network of approximately 10 departments, the Financial Partner will review and become familiar with the school-wide plan to educate school administrators
• Proactively identify additional sources of funding available to the schools such as grants and guide school administrative staff through the application process.
• Work with school and central administrative staff to increase community engagement with school budget process.
• Provide financial analysis of school or department budgets, including identifying and researching variance analysis, risks and solutions and operational needs.
• Facilitate regular meetings with school clerical, administrative and central administration staff regarding the financial health of the school or department, as well as facilitate discussion on upcoming goals, spending needs or changes.
• Provide training to school clerical and administrative staff; teach them to prepare for Budget Office financial reviews, project year end balances, prepare journal entries, make budget transfers and properly use petty cash accounts, pupil activity funds and procurement cards.
• Develop training content to be used in presentations to school staff during key points.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• A Bachelor's Degree in business administration, accounting or finance; or equivalent experience.
• A Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Five (5) years experience in providing group and individual training to various employee populations.
• Five (5) years experience required in budgeting, accounting, and data analysis as well as research and evaluation skills utilizing automated systems (prefer experience in governmental accounting and budgeting environment).
• Skilled in using Excel pivot tables, graphing, macros, formulas and linking.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience and proficiency with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Bilingual skills in Spanish are preferred.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License, appropriate insurance coverage and acceptable driving record for the past three years.
• Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to…