Director of Finance - Education

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  Assist with budget preparation and short- and long-term financial planning; administer the district budget to ensure cost-effective operations.

  
  
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  Prepare budget amendments and conduct daily cash flow analysis for investments and payments.

  
  
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  Oversee bank reconciliations, vendor and payroll clearing accounts, and support internal and external audits.

  
  
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  Evaluate accounting systems and internal controls; recommend operational improvements.

  
  
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  Collaborate with district leadership on forecasting enrollment, staffing, facilities, and capital needs; conduct needs assessments to improve business operations.

  
  

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  Implement and ensure compliance with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and local board policies.

  
  
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  Maintain required financial reports and documentation and follow district safety and emergency procedures.

  
  

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  Maintain accurate asset inventories and replacement schedules; oversee surplus equipment disposal.

  
  
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  Manage bid preparation, analysis, and vendor recommendations.

  
  

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  Develop and update job descriptions; recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.

  
  
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  Recommend personnel actions and provide training and performance improvement plans.

  
  
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  Directly supervise the Purchasing Coordinator, Payroll Coordinator, PEIMS Coordinator, and Child Nutrition Supervisor.

  
  

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  Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or educational administration required.

  
  

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  Minimum of four years of experience in school business management or a public-sector organization.

  
  

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  Strong knowledge of budgeting, accounting, payroll, and financial systems.

  
  
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  Proficient in financial analysis, policy implementation, and reporting.

  
  
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  Excellent organizational, communication, and personnel management skills

  
  

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