Bayfield School District
District Accountant/Director of Finance
Bayfield School District, Bayfield, Wisconsin, United States, 54814
Job Title:
Director of Finance
Work Year:
240 days
Department:
Finance
Reports to:
Superintendent of Schools
Salary:
$81,250-$93,750
OVERVIEW
Bayfield School District is seeking a full time Director of Finance to oversee all day to day functions of the Finance department. Responsible for ensuring the assets of the District are properly safeguarded, managed and accounted for. The Director of Finance has the responsibility for managing the recording of all financial transactions within the District to include revenue, accounts payable, investment of District financial assets and oversight of cash management activities. Works to continuously improve the soundness and compliance with the District’s financial policies and procedures, develops and promotes positive relationships with various community and school clientele and is responsible for planning and directing the financial reporting and controls of the District.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. Master’s degree or CPA strongly preferred.
Maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.
Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check.
Completed and submitted BSD on-line application.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for initiating and implementing sound management practices to manage and direct the accounting, accounts payable and investment functions.
Directs, supervises and evaluates activities in the District’s Finance Department.
Responsible for the preparation of all financial statements, reporting and projection of balances.
Manage and analyze District financial data to ensure informed decision making.
Responsible for the District’s cash management functions.
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of the District’s Annual Financial Report.
Responsible for assuring that the financial information system supports the District’s accounting requirements.
Responsible for evaluating and developing enhancements to existing financial information systems.
Responsible for Board of Education and District policies pertaining to accounting and internal controls.
Participates as a representative on District and out-of-District committees.
Follow State legal requirements and District and building policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with staff members and the community.
Commit to the district vision of Each Student, Each Day: Wolverine Way.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIPMENT
Proven financial management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks/priorities with frequent interruptions.
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education and District policies.
Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace.
Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, email/calendar systems, financial software.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment.
SALARY
Per the Bayfield School District Non Licensed Admin Salary Schedule based on education and years of experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
The employee must be comfortable functioning in both indoor and outdoor work environments; the employee must be able to drive a vehicle and district equipment.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Director of Finance
Work Year:
240 days
Department:
Finance
Reports to:
Superintendent of Schools
Salary:
$81,250-$93,750
OVERVIEW
Bayfield School District is seeking a full time Director of Finance to oversee all day to day functions of the Finance department. Responsible for ensuring the assets of the District are properly safeguarded, managed and accounted for. The Director of Finance has the responsibility for managing the recording of all financial transactions within the District to include revenue, accounts payable, investment of District financial assets and oversight of cash management activities. Works to continuously improve the soundness and compliance with the District’s financial policies and procedures, develops and promotes positive relationships with various community and school clientele and is responsible for planning and directing the financial reporting and controls of the District.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. Master’s degree or CPA strongly preferred.
Maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.
Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check.
Completed and submitted BSD on-line application.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for initiating and implementing sound management practices to manage and direct the accounting, accounts payable and investment functions.
Directs, supervises and evaluates activities in the District’s Finance Department.
Responsible for the preparation of all financial statements, reporting and projection of balances.
Manage and analyze District financial data to ensure informed decision making.
Responsible for the District’s cash management functions.
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of the District’s Annual Financial Report.
Responsible for assuring that the financial information system supports the District’s accounting requirements.
Responsible for evaluating and developing enhancements to existing financial information systems.
Responsible for Board of Education and District policies pertaining to accounting and internal controls.
Participates as a representative on District and out-of-District committees.
Follow State legal requirements and District and building policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with staff members and the community.
Commit to the district vision of Each Student, Each Day: Wolverine Way.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIPMENT
Proven financial management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks/priorities with frequent interruptions.
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education and District policies.
Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace.
Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, email/calendar systems, financial software.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment.
SALARY
Per the Bayfield School District Non Licensed Admin Salary Schedule based on education and years of experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
The employee must be comfortable functioning in both indoor and outdoor work environments; the employee must be able to drive a vehicle and district equipment.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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