Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the operation of all financial and business affairs of the district including accounting, payroll, purchasing, risk management, and tax collection. Serve as the chief financial adviser to the superintendent and board of trustees.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in a business-related field or educational administration and/ or

Certified Public Accountant

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Advanced technical knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics

Working knowledge of financial applications and accounting

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Ability to interpret data

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Ability to coordinate district functions

 

Experience:

Five years experience in school business management or public organization

 

Major Resonsibilities and Duties:

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the performance of risk manager, accounts payable supervisor, accountant, purchasing supervisor, payroll supervisor, and tax collector.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district and statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.