Lead Accountant / Budget Analyst

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.  Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. (303) 853-1000, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

CLASSIFIED VACANCY

POSITION:  Lead Accountant/Budget Analyst 

LOCATION:  Business Services, Administration Building

PAY RANGE:  Classified Schedule EO-6 Range, $82,769.50 - $124,426.62

CALENDAR:  260 days, 8 hours/day

FLSA STATUS: Exempt 

REPORTS TO: Director of Business Services

SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:

Mapleton Public Schools is a small but mighty internationally accredited public school district located in one of the fastest-growing areas of metro Denver - Adams County. We are committed to raising expectations, providing choices for learning, and removing obstacles to success so that we can guarantee all students achieve their dreams and enthusiastically contribute to their community, country, and world.

With schools in both North Denver and Thornton, Mapleton covers 25 square miles and serves suburban and light industrial communities. Often considered "the heart" of the Denver metro area, Mapleton Public Schools is where major Colorado arteries including Interstate 25, Highway 36, Interstate 270, and Interstate 76 converge. Mapleton is also where beautiful new school buildings, inspired by the community's rich history, elevate our innovative and spirited future.

We serve more than 7,000 talented students who are eager to partner with you to create positive, successful learning environments. All of Mapleton's schools are small-by-design. Our portfolio of schools provides an enticing menu of options, including STEM, Big Picture, Dual Language, Gifted and Talented, International focus, EL Learning, University Partnership, Online, Performing and Visual Arts, and Young Adult. Our school designs emphasize "how" learning is supported, not "what" students will learn. We believe when students choose a school where the content is delivered in a way that aligns with their interests and passions, they will be more engaged and will successfully master the content standards.

Rigor, relevance, relationships, and choice make Mapleton Public Schools a destination district for our families, and for our teachers, and we hope for you, too!

For more information about Mapleton Public Schools please visit our website here.

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:

In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing complex governmental accounting functions in support of the District's financial operations. This position maintains the integrity of the general ledger, oversees key financial processes including purchasing cards, cash receipting, and bank reconciliations, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The role supports audit and budget preparation, manages financial reporting requirements, and provides technical accounting guidance to schools and departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Review and monitors all assigned funds, school, and departments budgets, with special focus on budget variances and facilitating solutions. Provide data, support and analysis to departments and school staff. Create bi-monthly budget control group expense report for CFO review.
• Create and maintain master position table within Infinite Visions, track changes (added or removed FTE by DAC) and ensure budgeted FTE per staffing sheets agrees to FTE allocations in position control table. Work with the CFO on developing the operations and district-wide staffing allocations for distribution on the budget worksheets. Re-align budget after first payroll and again at mid-year. Evaluate and analyze assigned fund budgets to determine the need for supplemental budgets prior to January deadline each year. Update Infinite Visions with Personnel Action Request forms submitted.
• Responsible for the district cash flow, banking services and investments of district funds in accordance with district policy and legal requirements. Create and update weekly cashflow to maximize investment earnings. Manage all communications with the investment firm liaison regarding investment programs.
• Responsible for the district participation in the state treasurer's interest-free loan program, including preparing monthly spreadsheets to forecast future cash flows.
• Responsible for overseeing and performing complex bank reconciliations across multiple funds and accounts, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records. Analyzes bank activity, general ledger balances, outstanding transactions, deposits, disbursements, and reconciling items to identify discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
• Assist department with annual audit. Provide auditors with budget to actual information. Assist with monthly and quarterly board reports highlighting budget to actual variances and providing narrative to CFO.
• Run salary reports to update and realign salaries for budget preparations and mid-year modification true-up. Work with sites and departments to ensure personnel are correct.
• Participate in budget related trainings and meetings. Fills in as team leader in absence of Director and CFO.
• Perform Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting or finance preferred.
• At least 5 years' experience with governmental accounting or with similar entity; school district accounting, budgeting, and analysis strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience and mastery of Excel functions including pivot tables.
• CPA or CPFO certification preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced data management skills to include mastery of Excel functions.
• Time management and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service and public relations skills.
• English language skills.
• Advanced accounting and bookkeeping skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Personal computer and keyboarding skills.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), journal entries, double-entry bookkeeping, tax laws, and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional evening and weekend hours to meet grant and reporting deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions, and respond to management direction.
• Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, peripherals, and office software.
• Advanced operating knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Excel.
• Operating knowledge of Infinite Visions computer software preferred.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

TRAINING: 

• Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools.
• You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time.

SUPERVISORY/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, compile, compute, and use interpersonal skills. The employee is frequently required to copy. The employee is occasionally required to instruct and negotiate.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on the District Classified Performance Evaluation System.

METHOD OF APPLICATION: 

• External applicants must complete a career application online through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring.
• Current Mapleton employees should create an account and submit their interest as an internal candidate through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS