The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Engineer, Senior Systems.

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Title: Engineer, Senior Systems


Develops and analyzes financial reports to ensure compliance with state regulations and to inform financial decisions within the organization. Provides technical assistance and develops innovative computer programs to improve productivity for the Division of Finance. Performs work independently with minimal supervision, utilizing intermediate-level knowledge to function as an experienced individual contributor.



Essential Job Duties
• Provides technical support for Munis modules related to finance, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgeting, Purchasing, and Payroll.
• Generates monthly Board of Education financial reports with charts and conducts vendor payment analysis to ensure transparency and accountability. 
• Creates comprehensive internal and public budget documentation for publication on the District's website, ensuring compliance with state requirements such as the Transparency in Government Act (TIGA) Reporting Audit History File. 
• Designs, programs, and maintains computer systems, databases, spreadsheets, and files to support various departmental needs. 
• Maintains an updated Chart of Accounts and generates accurate financial statements such as the General Ledger to facilitate informed decision-making processes.
• Analyzes complex financial data using intermediate problem-solving skills to enhance department performance and makes necessary modifications to processes based on findings. 
• Manages or assists with the implementation of new Munis modules or enhancements.
• Calculates salary accruals and accounts payable data and creates corresponding journal entries for accurate fiscal year reporting. 
• Provides technical support for all hardware and software within Finance and assists in gathering data requested by state auditors during annual audits. 
• Assists in closing financial books at year-end by generating essential reports and compiling data. 
• Identifies problems and resolves moderately complex issues as they arise.
• Makes minor modifications to processes to enhance the performance of the department as appropriate. 
• Ensures that all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures. 
• Works with finance staff to troubleshoot and resolves Munis-related financial system issues.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
 

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 
• In lieu of a degree and/or professional certification, candidates must possess a minimum of 15 years of directly related technical experience.