Description

Position Summary: The Financial Systems Analyst is responsible for providing software technical support and training to school districts within the Greater Columbia River Information Service Center Cooperative. The Cooperative provides software implementation, training, and support for all aspects of Skyward SMS and Qmlativ Financial Management, Human Resources, and Student applications. This position focuses primarily on Financial Management applications but occasionally lends support to Human Resources and Student applications as well. The role requires a blend of technical proficiency, critical thinking skills, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. The Analyst acts as a liaison between school districts and other state and federal agencies to meet all reporting requirements as it relates to Skyward data. The position requires travel to school districts and other education related agencies and has remote work flexibility. This position is employed by ESD 105 and requires a regional presence in the ESD 112 – Vancouver area, ESD 171 – Wenatchee area, or ESD 105 – Yakima area.

Essential Functions: 

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the software within the Skyward and Qmlativ suite of Fiscal applications.
• Provide technical assistance to school district personnel regarding implementation of software, processes and procedures for handling financial data related to the financial systems application.
• Troubleshoot application software problems by evaluating the client’s description of the problem, asking pertinent questions, duplicating the situation, testing the application, gathering documentation, and acting as a liaison between the client and WSIPC Product Support and Services teams.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of all data interfaces between school districts, OSPI, and other state and federal agencies to meet requirements.
• Research and implement technological advances for the purpose of streamlining and appropriately transmitting district data to outside agencies, ensuring accuracy of data regarding adherence to policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to analyze, test and document new software releases.
• Develop training materials and conduct training workshops regarding the use of Skyward SMS and Qmlativ Financial
• Management and Cross Product application in individual, small and large group training formats in person and via Zoom.
• Work in coordination with WSIPC staff in support of all Skyward and Qmlativ Software training, meeting, conference, and software development.
• Support and cooperate with other analysts to assure consistency in training member district personnel.
• Assists computer operations staff with client output and delivery needs when necessary.
• Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and the ability to support school business operations.

Other Job Functions: Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Experience in developing and conducting group presentations to both small and large audiences via multiple platforms (e.g. in-person, virtual, hybrid).
• Three (3) years’ experience with a strong emphasis in accounting.
• Extensive PC experience including Microsoft Office Suite Products.
• Demonstrated recent experience in developing procedural documentation.

Skill in:

• Excellent organizational skills and commitment to follow through on tasks and assignments.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills; persuasive, encouraging, and diplomatic with conflict resolution skills.

Ability To:

• Ability to independently train advanced materials and processes.
• Ability to work flexible days and additional hours to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work well independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written.
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and schedules, and deal with frequent interruptions.
• Travel to districts served by the Cooperative. Some overnight travel may be required.
• Extended or flexible hours as necessary.

Education: Minimum High School Diploma

Certifications/ Licenses:  Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (required).

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Business Administration, Information Systems or related field or applicable certification.
• Three (3) years of recent experience in an educational service agency or school district working with financial data (preferred Skyward/Qmlativ Software).
• Experience with year-end close, budgeting, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Proven recent experience assisting school district personnel in a variety of accounting matters.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:

• Significant:  (i.e. sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer, looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds)
• Frequent: (i.e. standing, bending, carrying, driving, use of phone, use of copy machine)
• Occasional:   (i.e. lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fax machine)

Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day)

Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day)

Position Statement: The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer. It is the policy of the Educational Service District 105 to not discriminate against any person with regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status or physical or mental disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Benefits: At ESD 105, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health and well-being of our employees and their families. For more information please visit ESD 105 Employee Benefits