Director of Finance

Director Of Finance

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Culture of Caring & Support

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Management, Master's degree preferred
• Three years' experience in Finance, Governmental or auditing; school district accounting preferred
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience in related area in an office with considerable public contact
• Experience developing and managing large budgets
• Experience working with Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR), School Finance, and Federal Compliance, 2 CFR 200, preferred
• Proficiency in accounting and related software applications including PowerPoint, MS Office and strong Excel skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and management skills
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Knowledge of Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 15
• Knowledge of Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR) and School Finance
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial data and recommend corrective actions
• Ability to coordinate with others to schedule work activities to meet due dates
• Ability to work under pressure and within many areas of responsibility at one time
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to function in a fast-paced and high-pressure work setting
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and database software programs
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide sound fiscal management in the operation of District financial matters
• Provide daily leadership and direction for the development, operations, services, and continuous improvement of the business office department
• Analyze, implement, and administer the budget and all district financial activity
• Establish and direct short-term and long-range financial plans
• Prepare District Revenue and Expenditure Budgets, Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports, including the Annual School District Expenditure Budget, and other federal, state, and private project/grant budgets and reports related to the district's finances aligned with regulations and statutory deadlines
• Monitor financial statements and provide financial guidance, support, and protocols to assist schools and departments in developing and maintaining their site-based budgets
• Prepare and present updates and reports to the Superintendent and Governing Board concerning the financial status of the District
• Monitor cash flow, formulate forecasts, and direct the investment of surplus funds
• Work closely with County officials in establishment of property tax rates
• Review and monitor Federal and State grants; and Federal Impact Aid program, aligned with requirements and regulations
• Direct the financial related efforts of bond and any budget override elections, including coordination with consultants, legal counsel and State/County officials in preparation of documentation
• Develop and maintain a system of property control for district land, buildings and improvements
• Serve as coordinator for all phases of District financial audits, including review evaluation and implementation of audit recommendation
• Review and evaluate the District casualty/liability insurance program and recommended coverage
• Maintain insurance records and oversee insurance-related functions
• Conduct cost studies, prepare special financial reports for various government agencies and prepare other reports as directed by the Superintendent
• Ensure compliance with Governing Board, and applicable state and federal regulations, policies, and procedures relating to district finance and school business management including the Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR), district-wide, as prescribed by the Arizona Auditor General's (AG) Office and the Arizona Department of Education (ADE)
• Ensure the execution and implementation of sound financial management practices to guarantee purchase of good quality supplies, services and materials at competitive prices

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms, sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend as necessary
• The employee may lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 10 pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds
• The employee will read correspondence and computer screens, and use the telephone

Work Environment:

• Indoor office environment
• This position regularly works indoors
• The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times
• Will have substantial contact with staff and the public

Organizational Relationships:

• The Director of Finance reports to the Superintendent and serves as a member of the Cabinet
• The Director of Finance will interact cooperatively with all other staff positions
• All elements of good human relations will be practiced

Terms of Employment:

• Salary: $85,000 annual
• Work Year: 12 Month Contract
• Exemption Status: Exempt

Benefits:

• SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees
• Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan

For further information, contact Human Resources - 515-2760 or View email address on click.appcast.io

Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or View phone number on click.appcast.io.