Amanda Boomgarden
Sleepy Eye,MN
Summary
With a passion for finance and over a decade in educational financial management, I've honed my skills in strategic planning, compliance, and teamwork. I'm excited to bring my experience to a team where I can make a meaningful impact and contribute to its success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
Sleepy Eye Public Schools
07.2013 - Current
- Oversaw all fiscal operations as Chief Financial Officer, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Provided strategic financial analysis and forecasting for budget planning and organizational development.
- Developed, managed, and presented district budgets, collaborating with district administrators on budget preparation.
- Delivered financial reports to School Board, MDE, and other agencies, ensuring data accuracy and transparency.
- Closed out annual accounting records and prepared financial reports aligned with GASB and GAAP standards.
- Executed financial forecasting, specifically projecting student enrollment to anticipate legislative funding.
- Conducted cost analyses to optimize district finances and enhance funding avenues.
- Managed District's levy, from compilation to presentation.
- Administered financial applications for state and federal grants, overseeing SEDRA and SERVS for applications, reimbursement, and levy functions.
- Designed costing models to support both non-union and union negotiations.
- Organized and dispatched vendor 1099s and managed related records.
- Processed monthly revenues in line with UFARS system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN05.2013
Skills
- Financial Management & Forecasting
- Budget Development & Oversight
- Compliance with GASB & GAAP Standards
- Stakeholder Communication
- Grant Management
- Negotiation & Collaboration
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Proficiency in Financial Software Tools
- Policy Development
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Director of Finance
Sleepy Eye Public Schools
07.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Minnesota State University
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