Director of Finance & Operations

Nauset Public Schools • Orleans, MA

1d • $150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Provide leadership in finance, capital projects, transportation and food services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of five years of successful financial management and supervisory experience, preferably in a municipal or school organization
• Mass. Department of Elementary and Secondary Certification or ability to be certified as School Business Administrator
• Superior organizational and analytical skills
• Extensive working experience with computerized financial and payroll systems
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of school or town financial systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supports the Superintendent of Schools, School Committees and their respective subcommittees with understanding budgetary requests, construction projects or other school related operational matters.
• Provide leadership and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations of all aspects of the District’s business operations as well as the operations for buildings and grounds, transportation, and food & nutrition services
• Prepare the annual school operating and capital budgets and provide detailed analysis of past expenditures and future financial resource needs
• Prepare, analyze needs, and develop implementation plans for short and long-range projects including: multi-year financial projections, staffing trends & requirements, student enrollments, equipment purchases, and capital plans as well as ongoing repair and maintenance of facilities and grounds across the District
• Develop plans including bid specifications, routes, ridership studies, and parent relations for the efficient implementation of the bus transportation system in all schools
• Supervise the Food & Nutrition Services Director so that the program meets or exceeds the goal of providing the highest quality food at the least cost
• Assist the Principals and Administrators in matters related to budget, finance, operations, and buildings and grounds
• Maintain financial controls for expenditures and revenues, including appropriation accounts, grants, capital funds revolving accounts and student activity accounts
• Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports or other special reports for the School Committee
• Supervise day-to-day operations in all areas of the business office including: accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, billing, payroll, student transportation, buildings & grounds, and food and nutrition services
• Create working relationships and collaborate frequently with the Director of Technology, the Director of Human Resources, and the Director of Student Services for the efficient business operation of those departments
• Develop system-wide business procedures and policies, including staff professional development and cross training, that ensures the efficient and effective use of all resources
• Develop and maintain electronic systems for the management of financial and human resources data
• Develop guidelines to protect district resources, assist administrators in controlling expenditures, and initiate cost saving measures throughout the District
• Develop and implement systems for inventory control of fixed assets in all schools and central office
• Develop and negotiate service contracts including those for copiers, buildings and grounds, transportation, and food & nutrition services
• Develop guidelines for community use of facilities and grounds and assist Principals in managing this process and accounting for building use revenue
• Oversee the schools’ insurance, pension, and 403b programs and be responsive to changes in State and federal regulations
• Act as the District’s procurement officer and work with Town officials on preparation of bids and warrant articles as needed
• Maintain close working relationships with the Town Manager, Treasurer, Accountant, and other town officials in each of Nauset’s member towns
• Provide management support during employee contract negotiations and participate or lead negotiations as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools
• Oversee preparation of DESE End-of -Year reports, grant final financial reports, Mass. School Building Authority matters, State and local audits, and other required local, state and federal reports
• Prepare finance and operations documents for the public including postings to the District’s web site and presentations to School Committee, Selectmen, Finance Committee and Town Meeting as needed
• Participate on various town and school committees as directed by the Superintendent
• Perform other duties as required by the Superintendent

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees