Director Of School Finance

Esc Region 6•Huntsville, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

To oversee accurate financial reporting, and auditing processes while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and promoting transparency across all financial activities for ESC districts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field
Extensive ASCENDER business data management software knowledge
Five or more years of experience in school finance
Strong knowledge of school finance and budgeting
Thorough understanding of the Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG) and Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)
Understanding of public purchasing laws and regulations
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Ability to interpret financial data and prepare reports
Strong leadership and communication abilities

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of other school district Enterprise Resource Plannings (ERP) software
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
Supervisory and leadership experience preferred
Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee all School Business operations for accuracy and compliance
Monitor and assist with district bank reconciliations, budgets, finance, and payroll
Conduct frequent audits of Business Service records and data for accuracy and compliance
Assist district stakeholders understand and interpret data provided
Serve as a point of contact for districts on school finance matters
Assist in updates to policies and procedures which ensure member districts are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local District rules and regulations
Responsible for ensuring deadlines of School Business staff are met
Prepare timely reports to districts
Train and ensure all School Business staff are up to date on state and federal guidelines
Provide timely ASCENDER Business training to district and ESC personnel
Other duties as assigned