Hybrid Budget/Financial Analyst bei Downey Unified School District, CA

About the Department

We will begin accepting applications at 7:00 AM on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, through 4:30 PM on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

Only online applications and required transcripts or diploma will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey 

This is an OPEN recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill a vacancy. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list.

Positions in this classification are full-time 40 hours per week, 12 months per year.

The recruitment process will consist of an evaluation of the submitted supplemental evaluation questionnaire and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of September 15-October 3, 2025. Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Position Duties

Perform specialized and technical work in the development, maintenance and analysis of budgets; prepare, reconcile, and distribute funding allocations to assigned local, State, and Federally funded categorical restricted and unrestricted programs, assuring financial activity complies with funding agency's regulations. E

Research, compile, analyze and audit complex technical accounting data and records; audit expenditures and requisitions; assure records and reports comply with established guidelines. E

Analyze and evaluate accounting issues, problems and procedures and internal controls; assist in the implementation of new accounting procedures. E

Monitor budget expenditures keeping administrators current regarding spending level and budget activity; monitor and approve program funding transfers as assigned; assure expenditures are charged against proper accounts. E

Communicate with District personnel and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns related to fiscal activities, annual audits, program operations and budget rules, regulations and procedures. E

Analyze income/expense data to determine the cost effectiveness of programs, purchases and activities; using actual and/or estimated data prepare statistical and analytical reports for administrators as requested. E

Reconcile and balance assigned accounts and bank statements; record financial transactions; maintain journals and ledgers; prepare trial balance. E

Audit accounting records and prepare periodic reimbursement claims; prepare financial statements and projections as requested. E

Respond to questions from District administrators, personnel, vendors and others concerning assigned accounting area; provide specialized information concerning the application of complex laws, rules and regulations. E

Maintain appropriate internal controls and audit trail in accordance with District policies, legal requirements, California Department of Education, and generally accepted principles of accounting. E

Perform a variety of clerical tasks such as typing, filing, duplicating and maintaining a variety of records; answer telephones and operate standard business equipment. E

Train and provide work direction and guidance to clerical accounting and other support personnel as assigned; review and inspect assignments to gauge effectiveness of assigned personnel; report observations to assigned supervisor. E

Perform related duties as assigned.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.

Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Accounting, budgeting, and auditing principles, practices and procedures.
Internal auditing and records retention.
Financial, statistical and fiscal record keeping principles.
Budget control and revenue projection methods.
Financial analysis and projection techniques and financial reporting procedures.
Preparation of comprehensive accounting reports.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Applicable sections of the Education Code and state and federal financial management regulations and reporting procedures.
Computerized accounting systems, personal computer and keyboard.
Personal computer software applications, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, internet, etc.
District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Oral and written communication skills.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

ABILITY TO:
Maintain and audit complex fiscal records and accounts.
Perform and maintain technical and complex accounting work in the preparation, maintenance and review of financial records, accounts and reports.
Reason in the abstract, process information, make appropriate decisions, and make accurate calculations.
Assure compliance with applicable District policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
Balance accounts and reconcile bank statements.
Prepare financial and statistical records, reports and statements.
Conduct studies, analyze complex statistical and financial data and prepare clear, concise oral and written reports.
Assist in the development, control and monitoring of budgets and accounts.
Read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, and District policies and procedures to employees and others.
Maintain or direct the maintenance of financial and statistical records.
Keyboard at an acceptable rate of speed.
Operate office machines such as a ten key calculator and computer terminal.
Operate computer software applications, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, internet, etc.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Work independently with little direction.
Demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required.
Plan and organize work.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Work effectively, both independently and as a member of a team.
Work efficiently on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Demonstrate behavior that is professional and responsible.
Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
Communicate effectively in person and in writing.
Make presentations before groups.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees of the District, vendors and other public agencies as appropriate.
Be motivated to produce high quality work product, be participative and energetic.
Work effectively in stressful situations.
Maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload.
Demonstrate empathy, friendliness, patience and responsibility.
Comprehend and follow directions.
Work within strict schedules and time lines, and in stressful situations.

Other Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to: Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field, and three years of increasingly responsible fiscal record management experience. One year's public agency accounting experience is highly desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:

Office environment.

Physical Abilities:

Seeing to read, analyze and review complex financial data; hearing and speaking to communicate with District staff and the public; sitting for extended periods of time; bending, kneeling and reaching to retrieve and file records; and dexterity of hands and fingers to perform essential functions of the position, including but not limited to operating a computer terminal and other office equipment.