AOE Fiscal Analyst

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1430352 ## Overview The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) is seeking a detail-oriented finance and data professional to support statewide education finance operations through financial analysis, data management, and reporting.This position plays a key role in collecting, validating, and maintaining school district financial and human resources data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Uniform Chart of Accounts (UCOA) standards. Primary Responsibilities: - Collect, validate, and maintain school district financial and human resources data in accordance with Vermont's Uniform Chart of Accounts (UCOA) standards and established reporting requirements. - Conduct data quality assurance reviews, identify discrepancies, and work collaboratively with school districts to improve the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of reported information. - Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, support education finance reporting, and inform Agency decision-making and policy development. - Develop, maintain, and improve data systems, queries, and reporting tools using Excel, SQL, Power BI, and similar platforms to support efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting. - Prepare datasets, financial summaries, and reports to support Agency leadership, legislative requests, state and federal reporting requirements, and public transparency. - Support the development and maintenance of public-facing financial reports and data tools, with an emphasis on improving data accessibility, usability, and understanding. - Provide technical assistance and guidance to school district business and human resources personnel on financial reporting requirements, data submissions, and UCOA standards. - Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, technical guidance, and training resources to promote consistent data collection, validation, and reporting practices. - Collaborate with Agency staff, school districts, and state partners to strengthen data integrity, streamline reporting processes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. - Support special projects, research, and ad hoc financial analysis to address emerging education finance needs and Agency priorities. This position works under the supervision of a Senior Fiscal Analyst, with assignments guided by established objectives, timelines, and reporting standards. The position contributes to the Agency's commitment to accurate, reliable, and accessible education finance information that supports transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making. ## Environmental Factors Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. Some work outside normal business hours may be required during peak reporting cycles. Interaction with internal staff and external stakeholders, including school district personnel, is routine.