Title: School Finance Analyst II

Application Deadline Date: 04/06/2026

Req ID: 54677

Department: Education Agency

Location:

Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $29.15

Maximum Salary: $45.58

Overview

The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) is seeking a School Finance Analyst II to support the fiscal oversight, compliance monitoring, and financial administration of state and federal education grant programs, with a primary focus on Vermont's Afterschool and Summer Programs.

This position plays a key role in ensuring the responsible stewardship of public funds across a diverse provider network that includes public schools, nonprofit organizations, and community-based providers. The role places particular emphasis on supporting non-LEA grantees-including nonprofit organizations, community-based providers, and other nontraditional entities-many of whom are first-time recipients of state education funding and require enhanced fiscal guidance and support.

This position is part of the Grants Management Division and works in close partnership with program, finance, and leadership teams to promote transparency, compliance, and strong fiscal practices across the Agency.

The role supports a statewide network of grant recipients and ensures funds are administered in accordance with state financial requirements, internal control standards, and applicable federal regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance). The position exercises independent judgment in evaluating fiscal practices, analyzing financial data, supporting audit processes, and guiding grant recipients in sound financial management.

Responsibilities

Fiscal Oversight and Compliance
- Conduct fiscal monitoring of grant recipients to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
- Review financial documentation, internal controls, and grant management practices
- Support monitoring reviews, including documentation, findings, and corrective action follow-up
Non-LEA Grantee Oversight
- Provide fiscal oversight and technical assistance to nonprofit and community-based providers receiving afterschool and summer funds
- Support first-time grantees through onboarding, training, and ongoing fiscal technical assistance
- Develop tools, guidance, and processes to support financial review for entities operating outside the State's Unified Chart of Accounts
Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and programmatic data across multiple grant programs
- Conduct expenditure and trend analysis to identify fiscal risks, compliance concerns, and opportunities for targeted technical assistance
- Prepare fiscal reports and supporting documentation for Agency leadership and external stakeholders
Technical Assistance and Training
- Provide guidance on allowable costs, fiscal reporting, and internal control expectations
- Participate in statewide training and technical assistance related to grants management and financial oversight
- Respond to complex fiscal inquiries from program staff and grant recipients
Cross-Agency Collaboration
- Coordinate with program, finance, and compliance teams across the Agency of Education
- Contribute to the development of fiscal guidance, monitoring frameworks, and new grant initiatives

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Grant recipients demonstrate strong fiscal practices and compliance
Monitoring processes are timely, consistent, and clearly communicated
Non-LEA providers successfully navigate state funding requirements
Financial data is used proactively to inform decision-making and support

Who May Apply

This position, School Finance Analyst II (Job Requisition #54677), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Karen Abbott at karen.abbott@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed largely in a standard office setting. Travel may be required for which private means of transportation must be available. Work involves dealing with a wide variety of professionals.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree or higher in accounting, business management, finance, or related field.

OR

Four (4) years or more of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or related field.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.