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FinancePosition Title: Executive Director, Finance
FTE: 1.0
Salary: $132,000 - $139,195 (Based on Experience)
Reporting Relationship: Assistant Superintendent, Finance and Operations
This job posting is to fill a position that has previously existed in the district.
The Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) seeks a competent and committed financial leader with a proven record of success who will support the Assistant Superintendent in overseeing the district finances and the finance division. It is an exciting time in the Ann Arbor Public Schools following the passage of a significant Capital Bond in November, 2019 and as the AAPS team continues on a path of growth and development to achieve educational excellence through ensuring equity and opportunity for every child, every day.
The right leader will understand the critical importance of proactive, insightful planning, competent financial oversight and attention to detail, will have the ability to participate on a high-performing team, and be comfortable with the challenge of working across multiple groups of stakeholders to realize a vision of sound, innovative fiscal management. We are extending and enhancing our support of staff and development of quality programs to achieve even higher levels of distinction while continuing the quality for which the Ann Arbor Public Schools has long been well known, across Michigan and around the world.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any of which may be waived by the Board of Education in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.
Education and Experience:

Master of Business Administration or other finance/accounting-related concentration from an accredited university (AACSB requirements or equivalent)
Minimum of five years' experience as a successful school business official or similar experience in a non-educational setting.
Proof of COVID vaccination required

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

Current CPA Endorsement preferred
MSBO - Chief Financial Officer Certificate

Summary:
The Executive Director, Finance reports to and supports the Assistant Superintendent, Finance and Operations in the leadership and oversight of the overall financial operations of the District, including development and maintenance of the annual budget and long-range financial projections with a central role in planning and analysis of current programs, support systems and expenditures. The Executive Director, Finance advises the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations, Superintendent, Board of Education, and the District leadership team on all matters regarding finance, budget, and fiscal responsibility. Other areas of responsibility include legislative coordination and analysis, strategic planning, long-range financial planning, and providing leadership for the Business and Financial Services department (finance, grants, payroll and purchasing).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and supervision necessary to maintain effective support services across Business Services (finance, payroll, grants, purchasing), Bond and Sinking Fund projects, and management of the Debt Services and Capital Projects funds
Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and completely, and according to GASB pronouncements and the Michigan School Accounting Manual
Coordinate and lead the development of the annual budget and any amendments for the funds of the school district in coordination with educational planning, Board and administrative goals and objectives, following all applicable State laws and provisional accounting standards
Oversee development and administration of departmental and school level budgets and long-range financial planning for the district
Assist the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations with finance problem analysis and develop strategies and solutions that, ultimately, improve the daily operations, effectiveness and efficiency of the district
Responsible for and directs annual independent financial and compliance audits for all accounts
Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Finance Department; ensure continued professional growth and development for the Finance Staff
Supervise the investment of school district funds, including bond proceeds, debt service funds, general fund, and all other funds according to the investment laws of the state and the cash flow needs of the district
Participate with state organizations in staying abreast of school finance reform and other district-related issues
Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of the district financial reports in accordance and compliance with all state, local, and in-district reporting requirements
Appraise the district's financial position and issue periodic reports on the district's financial stability and growth
Supervise the preparation and submission of tax resolutions for the Board. Ensure timely transfer of funds from taxing authorities to the district. Monitor tax appeals and SEV adjustments
Supervise the development and direction of building and procedures for purchasing
Act as resource for contract negotiations/administration and property acquisition, including participation on district collective bargaining teams as needed
Establish and maintain efficient and effective criteria and procedures for research and development to continuously improve the operations of the Finance Division
Supervise the administration and annual review of district insurance programs including those for property, casualty and liability; participate in review, evaluation and recommendation of health insurance programs
Assume other duties as delegated by the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations, who may make adjustments in the above-outlined scope of responsibilities

Professional Skills

Exemplary communication skills and demonstrated ability to write and verbally present clear and concise management, and finance-related reports
Ability to effectively present information to administrators, public groups/community, and Board of Education
Ability to lead, plan, direct and evaluate the work of others
Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to establish and maintain effective team relationships
Ability to anticipate course of action and to make clear recommendations to the Board based on sound fiscal considerations
Ability to professionally respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Sound reasoning, thinking, and collaboration skills; knowledge of or experience with TregoED problem-solving processes or the willingness to learn
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, write and speak effectively. Ability to present effectively before groups of people.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit.
Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. The employee is directly responsible for safety, wellbeing, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.
Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
All applicants must complete the online application at a2schools.org >> District Links >> Job Postings