What are the responsibilities and job description for the School District Business Manager position at BUTTE COUNTY JOINT SCHOOL DIST #111?
Company Description
BUTTE COUNTY JOINT SCHOOL DIST #111 is based out of 250 S. Water, Arco, Idaho, United States. The district is committed to providing quality education and fostering academic excellence in the local community. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment for both students and staff. Our goal is to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in a rapidly changing world. The district has a student population of about 380 students K-12. It is composed of two elementary schools and a Middle-High School.
The position of Business Manager is a crucial role that involves a significant background in public accounting practices and human resource management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Accounting; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
2. Preferred previous experience in school business management.
3. Experience in supervising electronic budget and accounting systems.
4. Strong communication skills; ability to communicate with other employees in a positive manner.
5. Ability to organize, write, and set priorities.
6. Training, experience and proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Software including but not limited to Word and Excel.
7. Experience with payroll management, Persi retirement, etc.
8. Experience with human resources, including personnel file management.
9. Training, experience and proficiency in using networked computer systems.
10. Training, experience and proficiency with various software systems including but not limited to Windows, PowerSchool, 2M Accounting Software, Skyward, etc.
11. Experience in completing government reports including federal, state and local reports.
12. Such other alternatives to the above qualifications as may be determined by the Board of School Directors.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools
SUPERVISES: Facilities Director, Food Service Director, Transportation Director
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Establishes, directs, and supervises a system of control for budget execution and all financial accounting in the school district.
2. Establishes accounting systems, procedures and codes necessary to provide administrators with accurate financial data for the basis of formulating policies and decisions.
3. Prepares the annual budget for the school district based on information submitted by the staff and administration; presents the budget for review and adoption by the Board of School Directors.
4. Researches all sources of revenue for the school district and assists administrators in preparing grant applications to secure new sources of revenue.
5. Performs all Human Resource duties and manages payroll.
6. Prepares cost analysis reports concerning the operation of the school district.
7. Supervises and maintains financial record keeping for all state and federal grant programs; prepares and submits all necessary reports including quarterly and final reports as may be required; processes claims for reimbursement as necessary.
8. Assists in conducting annual audit of district records by answering questions, providing necessary data and information, preparing and reconciling work papers, and maintaining accurate and complete records.
9. Invests the funds of the school district in accordance with state law and district policy to insure effective cash flow.
10. Oversees and monitors the tax collection systems for the school district including both elected and appointed tax collectors; prepares and submits to the Board monthly reports of the receipt, deposit, and collection of all local taxes.
11. Supervises the processing of all reports related to the budget including but not limited to: Annual budget and monthly budget reports Tax reports Accounts Payable reports
12. Works with financial advisors in developing effective and suitable financing for capital expenditures; prepares documents necessary for long-term financing; maintains debt schedules.
13. Maintains construction funds and develops schedules for payments for construction projects in progress.
14. Supervises the student activity accounting in all buildings to insure adherence to state laws and district policy.
15. Prepares monthly financial reports for the Board of Trustees.
16. Supervises financial record keeping in accordance with state and federal laws and district policies.
17. Reconciles district bank accounts.
18. Reconciles district financial reports.
19. Supervises and monitors preparation and distribution of all purchase orders; oversees all purchasing and bidding in the school district. Organizes and supervises annual bidding of materials, equipment, and services.
20. Supervises and monitors the procurement card program.
21. Prepares budget transfers for submission to Board as may be required.
22. Supervises and monitors district inventory for supplies and fixed assets in compliance with GASB 43.
23. Establishes and monitors the school district insurance program including property and casualty, liability, and other such insurance programs.
24. Communicates with the school solicitor on legal matters related to noninstructional issues.
25. Oversees, directs, supervises and evaluates the Business Office staff.
26. Performs all other duties pertinent to the Business Office as directed by the Superintendent of Schools.
To APPLY:
Submit: Current Resume and Classified Job Application to jhettinger@butteschools.org