Director 2, Operating Partner - Finance & Accounting
About The Position
The Director 2, SB 1882 Operating Partner – Accounting & Finance serves as HISD’s lead finance/accounting operator for SB 1882 partnership campuses and ensures sound financial stewardship, internal controls, compliance, transparency, and audit readiness across all partnership financial activity. This role acts as the primary finance counterpart to partnership leadership and campus administrators, ensuring accounting operations align with HISD policy, TEA requirements, performance contract expectations, and applicable federal/state compliance frameworks, while supporting campus-level autonomy and operational decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- 7+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, including:
- Financial statement preparation and close
- Internal controls and audit support
- Budgeting/forecasting and variance analysis
- Experience in public sector / school district finance (Texas preferred).
- Oracle
- SAP
- Microsoft Office
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)
- Deep knowledge of GAAP-based accounting operations, internal controls, and audit standards.
- Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, and executive financial storytelling
- Knowledge of TEA, FASRG, and GASB/FASB compliance
- Ability to operate in a high-accountability environment with multiple stakeholders and time-sensitive deliverables.
- High discretion, strong judgment, and ability to escalate issues with clear recommendations.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully leading and managing teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget planning, financial management, and resource allocation.
- Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth and impact.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to navigate complex challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
- Ability to adapt to change and lead teams through organizational transitions.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity in decision-making.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree Preferred
- Professional certifications or memberships relevant to the industry or leadership role are desirable.
Responsibilities
- Partnership Financial Governance & Controls
- Accounting Operations & Monthly Close
- Budget Development, Forecasting, and Variance Management
- State/Federal Compliance and Reporting
- Contract, Procurement, and Payment Oversight
- Audit Readiness and External Partner Coordination
- Stakeholder Management & Executive Communication
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
