Director Budgeting

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Budget Director position was established for the purpose of utilizing the District's resources efficiently; ensuring financial legal compliance; providing financial information timely and accurately; and satisfying internal and external customers in regards to financial matters.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum four years supervisory experience required
Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which will be determined and validated by testing
Use of good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Ability to assess current Human Resources systems needs and prepare and present recommendations
Ability to perform a variety of technical tasks, change assignments on short notice, perform under deadlines and work in a calm and efficient manner
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares the district's GASB Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and annual budget documents timely and accurately in a way that meets legal requirements, maximizes resources, satisfies internal and external customers, and receives nationally recognized awards for excellence in reporting
Analyzes a variety of financial information (e.g. revenues, expenditures, cash management, cost projections, etc.) for the purpose of providing direction and support, making recommendations, maximizing use of funds, and/or ensuring overall operations are within budget
Performs departmental personnel management functions (e.g. interviewing, evaluating, supervising, training etc.) for the purpose of maximizing departmental productivity and efficiency and achieving district objectives within budget
Implements internal controls adequate to protect financial resources and ensure data integrity
Monitors and projects revenues, expenditures, and cash balances in a way that ensures allocations are accurate, expenditures are within budget limits, fiscal practices are followed, all district financial obligations are met, and resources are efficiently utilized
Ensures that no material miscalculations occur which could result in inadequate allocation of resources or in a loss of faith with the unions or the public
Responsible for the documentation of process flows and procedures for all budgeting functions
Responsible for functional expertise and decision-making regarding the financial systems
Utilizes the financial systems to realize efficiencies
Assists a variety of external agency personnel (e.g. auditors, grant representatives, regulatory agency staff, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, general support, and risk assessment of district operations
Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service on all budgeting issues and financial reports
Presents information (e.g. budget overviews, accounting processes, distribution formulas, etc.) for the purpose of training district employees, communicating information, gaining feedback, and ensuring adherence to established internal controls
Researches financial topics and related legal issues (e.g. discrepancies, current legislative trends, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating compliance requirements and potential implications on district operations
Responds to a wide variety of inquiries of staff, district personnel, other professional organizations, etc. (e.g. accounting guidelines, expenditure status, grant guidelines, etc.) for the purpose of resolving problems, providing information and/or referring to appropriate personnel
Refuses unreasonable customer requests while presenting alternative solutions to satisfy customer needs
Assumes responsibility for certain functions of the financial services division in the absence of the Chief Financial Officer
Assists with additional duties as assigned by Chief Financial Officer.