Director of Financial Planning, Audit, and Reporting

Director Of Financial Planning, Audit, And Reporting

Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV Application Guide and Frequently Asked Questions.

General Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services & Operations, the Director of Financial Planning, Audit, and Reporting provides leadership, oversight, and management of the internal budget team supporting the Teaching and Learning Department and leads agency-wide financial reporting functions. A complete application will include:

• Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)
• At least three professional reference's contact information
• A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
• A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application

Salary: The full salary range for this position is $138,840.00 - $168,896.00. Offers are made at the beginning of the range. Assignment: Full Time, Year Round. First Review Date - June 15th

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and audit practices that ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance of all financial transactions and reporting.
• Direct grant management activities for the Teaching and Learning Department, including oversight of financial transactions, monitoring of grant compliance, and submission of monthly claims.
• Develop and deliver monthly budget forecasts for all Teaching and Learning Department accounts, providing clear, actionable financial insights to the Assistant Superintendent.
• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of the agency's annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, grant requirements, and agency policies. Oversee the development, maintenance, and communication of policies, procedures, forms, and guidance documents, and ensure staff are trained and informed.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of agency financial statements and coordinate Business Services' response to audits and monitoring activities, in partnership with the Assistant Superintendent and Accounting Manager.
• Supervise the preparation and submission of the Annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) in compliance with federal reporting requirements.
• Present financial data and analysis to the Superintendent, Cabinet, Board of Directors, and program leadership as requested, supporting informed decision-making across the organization.
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties of the position.

Other Functions:

• Serve as a liaison to OSPI, OFM, HCA, DOH, DCYF, SAO, and other state and federal agencies, supporting the Assistant Superintendent in communications, reporting, and compliance matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, with the credit equivalency of a major or minor in business or accounting.
• Five years of experience as a financial director in a public sector agency.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) full accrual basis.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience working with automated accounting systems.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in a regional education service agency, school district business services, or state/local government agency.
• Experience with the WESPaC fiscal system.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Travel within ESD 112 service region; occasional Washington state regional travel for meetings and/or conferences.
• Extended or flexible hours as necessary.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.

Notice Of Non-Discrimination

ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at View phone number on click.appcast.io.