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Under the general supervision of the Superintendent, the Business Manager exists to ensure the assets of the District are properly safeguarded, strategically managed, equitably allocated and accounted for. Responsibilities include managing the recording of all financial transactions with the District to include payroll, accounts payable, and investment of District assets. Further, the Chief Financial Officer provides oversight and organization for the whole of the Business Service Department, including the management of employees within.
Requirements
Education:
- A minimum of a baccalaureate degree in business administration, accounting, finance or a closely-related field
Experience:
- At least five years of experience as a chief financial officer or controller or similar in a school district, governmental agency, or political subdivision, managing budgets of ten million dollars or larger; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work.
Senior level management experience with a demonstrated record of positive leadership qualities.
- Deep experience running a high-performing and strategic finance department with proven experience in budgeting, strategic forecasting, and planning, and in overseeing financial, accounting, compliance, and risk management of a complex organization, preferably in large, multi-entity non-profits, government organizations and/or school systems.
- Successful track record of leading and developing high-performing teams committed to the mission and goals of the organization, with the ability to foster trust and collaboration among team members and manage through change with flexibility and poise.
- Demonstrated success developing, managing, cultivating, and leveraging strong interpersonal relationships and partnerships across all levels of an organization towards shared goals and outcomes
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and/or MASBO/ASBO Certifications are preferred
- Successful administrative experience preferred.
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