Executive Director of Finance

Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the business operations of the district including accounting, payroll, purchasing, and tax collection. Supervise and perform general accounting work relating to the preparation, administration, and control of the district financial resources. 

Qualifications: Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance-related field 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles established by the Governmental Accounting System Board (GASB)
• Knowledge of budgeting, accounting systems, and payroll processing
• Working knowledge of financial applications and accounting
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems, develop data, and recommend improved procedures
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems
• Ability to use personal computer and software to develop complex accounting reports, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills 

Experience:

• Five years experience in school business management

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Accounting:

1. Assist in the preparation of the budget and development of long- and short-range objectives for the business operations of the district.
2. Plan and conduct needs assessments for improvement of district business operations. Ensure that business operations support the district's goals and objectives and provide leadership to achieve cost-effective practice throughout the district.
3. Assist with administration of the business office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
4. Evaluate accounting procedures, systems, and controls in all district departments and recommend improvements in their design, implementation, and maintenance. 
    
5. Approve the set up and maintaining of account controls, logs, and files.
6. Maintain the general ledger and prepare and/or approve journal entries and budget transfers.
7. Prepare income balance sheets, statements, consolidated statements, and other statements and reports.
8. Review and verify the classifications and records of numerical and financial data using journals and ledgers or computer.
9. Prepare, enter, and record disbursement of district funds.
10. Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, proper codes, and budget availability. Determine cash available for investment and payment of bills based on daily analysis of cash flow.
11. Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases using specialized accounting software.
12. Work directly with external auditors during annual and/or unscheduled special-purpose audits.
13. Ensure that accounting systems comply with applicable laws and regulations including Texas Education Agency Financial Accounting Manual.
14. Oversee monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts. Review reconciliations of vendor and payroll clearing accounts.

Administration/Supervision:

1. Supervise Business Services staff and provide leadership in the provision and maintenance of timely, accurate and appropriate data.
2. Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure exemplary business operations.
3. Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.

Records and Reports:

1. Record, store, and analyze information using accounting software.
2. Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards.
3. Review and record acknowledgement of all reports created by supervised employees.
4. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements.

Other:

1. Assign work to accounting staff and other employees engaged in accounting activities.
2. Keep the CFO informed.
3. Maintain confidentiality.
4. Perform any and all duties as assigned.
5. Successfully advances district initiatives.

 
Salary:
Minimum $108,062 (based on 2025-26 Comp Plan)
Salary determination will be based on verified relevant work experience and will be adjusted to the start date.

Work Calendar:

226 Days