Finance Specialist

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Job Title: Finance Specialist

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Work Hours: 8:00 am-4:30 pm M-F

Duration: 4 Months

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our company is seeking a dedicated Finance Specialist to join our team. The Finance Specialist will play a crucial role in providing technical assistance and support in the completion of application/claim processes and federal special education reporting for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of finance principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field [official transcripts required upon hire];
• Three (3) years’ experience in finance, accounting, or school finance;\
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of relevant experience for each year of the required education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Knowledge & Expertise: Possess an in-depth comprehension of federal regulations and guidelines governing special education funding under IDEA, Part B, encompassing eligibility criteria, allowable expenses, reporting requirements, and compliance standards. Demonstrate proficiency in financial management principles and practices, including budgeting, forecasting, expenditure tracking, and financial analysis. Exhibit the ability to interpret financial data effectively and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Compliance: Ensure meticulous preparation and submission of required federal reports pertaining to special education funding, meticulously adhering to accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
• Technical Assistance: Offer comprehensive technical assistance and guidance to school districts and educational agencies in Oklahoma regarding the completion of application/claim processes for federal funding under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B.
• Collaboration: Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams to develop and maintain resources, tools, and training materials designed to support school districts in navigating federal funding requirements for special education. Actively engage in meetings, conferences, and training sessions to augment professional knowledge and skills pertinent to finance and special education funding.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies aimed at enhancing efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency in the administration of special education funding.
• Professional Demeanor: Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude at all times; ability to build and maintain positive work relationships; demonstrate integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of your work; ability to display a high level of professionalism in communication, behavior, and appearance; ability to accept constructive feedback to increase performance.
• Attendance: Regular and reliable in-person attendance is required to ensure quality teamwork, performance, productivity, and collaboration; ability to demonstrate a commitment to your work and team by committing to punctuality and dependability in the work environment; this includes arriving to work on time, being present, engaged, and available to colleagues, internal and external customers.
• Innovation: Ability to identify and address the evolving needs and challenges of the education landscape; ability to think critically, explore new ideas, and embrace innovative approaches to improve educational outcomes for all students; apply creativity, resourcefulness, and forward-thinking in finding solutions to complex problems and driving positive change in the field of education.
• Efficiency: Ensure our resources are utilized effectively, and our operations are streamlined; optimize our processes, eliminate redundancies, and leverage technology to enhance productivity and performance; proactively identify opportunities for efficiency gains and implement best practices.
• Superior Customer Service: Willingness to go above and beyond to provide outstanding assistance that exceeds expectations, ability to create positive experiences and build relationships based on trust and satisfaction; maintain a positive and helpful attitude using the appropriate language, tone, and behaviour to reflect the agency in a way that leaves a favourable impression.

TRAVEL

Occasional (up to 10%) in-state/out-of-state travel may be required to conduct, facilitate, and/or attend meetings and trainings.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• Finance specialist: 3 years (Preferred)
• School Finance: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oklahoma City, OK: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person