South Central

MSBA is located approximately 60 miles south of Minneapolis/St. Paul and 10 miles north of Mankato in the scenic Minnesota River Valley. This full-time, high level position is responsible for the overall accounting and financial reporting for the Association. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: *Coordinates, prepares, and presents the Association’s annual budget and financial projections; *Prepares and presents monthly financial statements, investment schedules, and budget comparison reports; *Coordinates and oversees annual audits; *Provides oversight of personnel, including prioritizing and assigning work and conducting performance evaluations; *Monitors, evaluates, and recommends internal control procedures; *Provides oversight and coordinates the following financial activities, including but not limited to: *Maintenance of membership and financial records for the Association dues and fees; *Daily accounting activities, including: maintenance of general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, investments, and transfers; and *All aspects of Association payroll. *Reviews and analyzes newly proposed Association-sponsored programs/services for profitability, cost effectiveness, and budgetary impact; and *Provides member support, which includes conducting trainings in the area of school finance.

The Director of Business Services serves as a central role in maintaining the school’s business and financial systems. This position is responsible for oversight of accounting, payroll, purchasing, and federal/state/local grants. The Director of Business Services will work closely with the Superintendent to ensure that the operational functions, including finance and legal compliance support the financial success of the district. Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Business Services will perform all duties necessary to support the budget functions, fiscal reporting, and coordination of workflow and staff operations within the Business Office.