Comptroller

Bachelor’s degree with major in accounting or related field

Minimum of five years progressively advancing experience in the accounting field with at least one year of supervisory experience

New Mexico School Business Official’s License or ability to obtain upon employment

Knowledge of New Mexico school finance, budgeting and accounting requirements

Strong communication, public relations and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical skills; ability to review, interpret/evaluate and reconcile financial data

Proficient in the use of information technology, including Infinite VISIONS (financial management system), MS Office software (emphasis on EXCEL) and PED/OBMS (NM Public Education Department/Operating Budget Management System)

Ability to interpret and apply federal and state regulation, policy and procedure

Ability to manage internal control systems within the District

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Supervises the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, including the payroll, accounts payable, banking services, accounts receivable and travel units.

Oversees the Internal Control process to ensure the accuracy of transaction processing including the verification of pay amounts, account coding, budget availability and payment authorizations.

Supervises the standard accounting procedures required for creating a complete and accurate audit trail of transaction documentation.  

Oversees the maintenance and retention of all financial documentation; maintains all financial records and continuous audit program. 

Manages the Budget Adjustment Request (BAR) approval process at the Local Board and State level via PED/OBMS.

Manages the monthly, quarterly and annual closing and verification of all financial records and general ledger postings.

Provides training activities for district employees assigned finance related responsibilities at school/department sites.

Maintains a courteous and effective work relationship with district personnel and the public.

Manages the Inspection of Public Records function for the District.

Assists with the annual District Audit and all other program reviews initiated by oversight agencies.

Serves in the capacity of department head during the absence of the Director of Finance.

Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the goals and responsibilities of the Finance Department are met.

Supervises the tracking of discrepant information to its source and initiates the appropriate corrective action, including the preparation of all necessary correcting journal entries.

Oversees the annual financial system rollover process required for beginning of year set-up for all system modules and users. 

Maintains accountability over the reconciliation of all district bank accounts and investments.

Manages the reporting requirements, processing and collection of all PED/OBMS Requests for Reimbursement.