Director of Finance

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, administers and oversees the District's financial operations, including budget management, accounting functions, payroll support, financial reporting, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Monitors budget expenditures to ensure fiscal accountability, coordinates the daily operations of the Finance Department, and provides accurate financial information to district leadership and stakeholders.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

Seven (7) years of successful accounting experience, school district finance leadership experience preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Effective written and oral communication

Organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Computer competence

SmartFusion Financial software

Microsoft Office Suite; proficient in Excel

Google-based platforms

Mathematical competency (calculations, fractions, percents, and or ratios)

Reasoning abilities

Problem-solving skills

Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize quantity and quality of work while meeting deadlines

Accurate, efficient, and detail-oriented Planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records

Leads and manages finance staff to achieve district goals

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS:

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance

Exhibits professionalism

Follows all county, state, and federal laws, policies, and procedures in all areas as it relates to the School District

Assists CFO in supervising the finance team with job duties and to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the school district's financial processes

Assists CFO with annual PACE evaluations

Assists with preparing annual Financial Statements

Coordinates and submits financial data for annual audit

Prepares and submits all reporting requirements as mandated by DOAA and GADOE

Prepares and submits all quarterly and annual Medicaid billing information

Assists state, federal, and program auditors to ensure the district is in compliance with existing standards and guidelines

Assists with the preparation of all Continuing Disclosures reporting and the preparation of Bond information

Assists with the development and implementation of the District's annual budget by collaborating with district administrators and entering approved budget information into the financial management system.

Serves as backup approval for PO Requisitions and Voucher payments for the District

Reconciles grant funds from the State Department of Education for Title I, II, VIB, Preschool, and all other grants as needed monthly

Prepares completion reports for all grants as required by the Georgia Department of Education

Assists with payroll operations and the maintenance of payroll record information; reviews district-wide personnel salaries and ensures employees are paid correctly as approved by the GA DOE and the District Board

Maintains documents, files, and records (manual and computer) (e.g., personnel records, statistical/financial reports, budget, payroll schedules, eligibility policies, benefits, and retirement information, etc.) in compliance with the State of GA Records Retention policy

Works with Payroll Specialist, Salary/Leave Specialist, and Benefits Coordinator to research discrepancies of payroll information and/or documentation (e.g., incorrect paychecks, tax reports, compliance documents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving discrepancies and identifying procedural problems

Coordinate Millage Rate correspondences while following regulatory requirements

Reviews and approves journal entries

Reviews and approves monthly bank reconciliations and monitors District account balances

Monitors LGIP fund balances and makes transfers as needed

Monitors fund balances of assigned programs and related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits, and/or fiscal practices are followed

Recommends improvements to accounting procedures and financial processes to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with GASB, GAAP, and applicable regulations.

Prepares monthly reports for the After School Enrichment Program

Reviews and reconciles School Nutrition Program financials

Enters, maintains, and reconciles all Fixed Assets

Prepares and maintains accurate records for all ESPLOST and Capital Projects

Works with the Finance team members to help train for new responsibilities and cross-train roles as needed

Assists with all School and Department Bookkeepers training and assist with budgets and financial information as needed

Performs additional duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the District as assigned

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time position, and the workdays and hours are generally Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.