Finance Manager

Illinois Association Of School•Cairo, IL

63d•$45,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Objectives of this role Take responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial operations of the district. Develop budget guidelines, coordinate preparation of the budget and assist administrators in review of the budget. Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows. Comply with federal, state and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate action. Execute accurate reporting that enables sound analysis and financial recommendations. Manage relationships with bankers, auditors, and tax authorities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in finance or related field
Five or more years of experience in finance or related field
Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity
Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills
Experience and/or academic training in business management, operations management, and fiscal planning
Knowledge of school district operations, federal and state educational legislation, fund accounting, and Illinois School Code
Ability to confer with district departments and prepare comprehensive reports
Strong command on utlization of excel, word and google suite

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or finance
Chief School Business Official (CSBO)
Experience with financial software models and their associated revenue recognition
Professional certification (ex: Certified Public Accountant)
Experience overseeing all financial and operational aspects of a large department and/or school district
Preffered expereince with SDS
Expereince with modified cash accounting

Responsibilities

Work with Superintendent to efficiently develop and implement the budget for all district funds in accordance with all applicable laws and regualtions.
Manages project finance information and ensures contract/grant compliance and reporting.
Oversees and assists with the district's financial operations including accounts payable, payroll, local, state, and federal financial reporting, and investing district monies in accordance with Board policy.
Prepare and submit required ISBE financial reports and documentation
Provides regular and periodic financial projections and reports for the Board and is available to provide the Board updates at monthly meetings, as requested.
Collaborates with the Superintendent and other finance department personnel in the preparation and presentation of the annual tax levy and filing of the tax levy with county officials.
Support budget development, forecasting, and financial planning in collaboration with district leadership
Coordinate the administration of all insurance programs for the district.
Direct the purchase of all equipment, furniture, machines, provisions and supplies upon receipt of duly authorized approval.
Coordinate the purchase, maintenance and inventory of all supplies and equipment for offices and instruction to take advantage of bidding, cooperative and bulk purchase, based upon requisition specifications
Assist the Superintendent and Board in collective bargaining negotiations with all unions.
Establish procedures for record keeping and maintaining all records that audit and legal requirements demand.
Aid in reviewing, analyzing and evaluating pending legislation, legal mandates, regulations, and guidelines that may affect district programs, functions and activities
Implement and observe all Board of Education business policies for the district.
Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to staff, students and administrators.
Perform such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Superintendent may assign from time to time.