Fiscal Analyst Senior - Grants, Position & Budget Management

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Sep 20, 2025
Fiscal Analyst Senior - Grants, Position & Budget Management Job ID: 321867 Location: South Mountain Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $64,346.00 - $83,649.50/annually, DOE Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Campus Statement South Mountain Community College (SMCC) reflects the diversity of the surrounding community, a rich mix of rural, urban, and suburban neighborhoods. Many of our students arrive from Phoenix, Laveen, Tempe, Guadalupe, and the surrounding area to attend classes at the main campus or our offsite facility in Guadalupe; we also offer evening courses in Laveen at Betty Fairfax High School. Of the approximately 5,000 students enrolled at SMCC nearly 70 percent were first-generation college students and 48 percent intended to transfer to a university to further their education. And, with more than 80 percent of these students identifying as a minority, SMCC has been federally designated as a Minority Serving and Hispanic Serving Institution. Our small, personalized classes are offered days, evenings, and online, led by an engaged and accomplished faculty. Career and academic counseling are also available. SMCC is also a Strengths-Based Institution, helping you determine your strengths and then strategize with you to maximize those strengths in your academic and career choices. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Fiscal Analyst Senior - Grants, Position & Budget Management performs advanced financial analysis and provides expert support in the areas of grants administration, budget oversight, and position management. This role ensures compliance with district, state, and federal regulations while supporting strategic initiatives at the college and district levels. The position collaborates with project staff, supervisors, and finance teams to manage awarded grants, oversee budget allocations, monitor position management activities, and ensure fiscal integrity. Serving as a subject matter expert, the incumbent provides high-level guidance, prepares complex financial reports, and makes recommendations that impact institutional effectiveness and resource alignment. Essential Functions 40% Grants Management Provides financial reporting and budget support for awarded grants in collaboration with project staff and college/district finance teams. Reviews grant applications and proposals for financial feasibility, budget accuracy, and compliance with grantor and institutional requirements. Tracks grant goals, objectives, and financial outcomes; prepares reports for internal and external stakeholders. 25% Position Management Coordinates position management processes, including new positions, reclassifications, and in-range progressions tied to grants or operational funding. Reviews staffing requests for budget availability, compliance with HR/finance policies, and alignment with organizational needs. Monitors personnel expenditures and provides projections for current and future staffing needs. 25% Budget Analysis & Oversight Participates in the development and monitoring of annual budgets, including preparing budget allocations and transfers. Analyzes complex financial data, reconciles expenditures and revenues, and provides recommendations to leadership on resource alignment. Develops reports, forecasts, and financial models to support planning, policy development, and decision-making. 10% Compliance & Advisory Support Ensures compliance with federal, state, district, and grantor fiscal policies and procedures. Provides consultation and training to staff on grants, budget, and position management practices. Serves as a resource for interpreting and applying fiscal policies, providing strategic recommendations, and responding to escalated issues. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in finance, accounting, business or public administration or directly related field and four (4) years of experience providing advanced professional financial analysis and support in the areas of finance, payroll, budgeting, or a closely related financial/fiscal area of assignment. OR Associates Degree from a regionally accredited institution in finance, accounting, business or public administration or directly related field and six (6) years of experience providing advanced professional financial analysis and support in the areas of finance, payroll, budgeting, or a closely related financial/fiscal area of assignment. OR High School Diploma/GED from a regionally accredited institution in finance, accounting, business or public administration or directly related field and eight (8) years of experience providing advanced professional financial analysis and support in the areas of finance, payroll, budgeting, or a closely related financial/fiscal area of assignment. Desired Qualifications A. Two (2) or more years of experience with position management in a higher education or public sector setting. B. Demonstrated experience with grant compliance and post-award financial reporting. C. Advanced proficiency in Excel and enterprise financial systems. D. Experience in financial reconciliation, forecasting, and policy interpretation. E. Knowledge of federal and state grant funding regulations. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Apply on or before Sunday, October 5, 2025 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321867&PostingSeq=1 jeid-58bdd0a69ff5b844ae13bfa10476b088