Director of Finance

The Director of Finance is responsible for the management of all financial functions for Kenowa Hills Public Schools, including but not limited to the accounting operations, annual audits, payroll, treasury management, budget development, implementation and management, risk management and all applicable reporting requirements.   S/He is responsible for strategic planning, budget planning, business planning and operations of the Business Office.  This position serves as an integral part of the Superintendent’s Administrative Cabinet.  This position is a non-union, full-time, fifty-two week commitment with a renewable contract subject to an annual performance evaluation.  A comprehensive fringe benefit package and starting annual salary commensurate with experience and education is authorized by the Board of Education.

STARTING SALARY:  $115,000 - $125,000; commensurate based on experience, education and skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education:

 BA / BS in finance, business administration, accounting, or related fields.  M.B.A or MA in educational leadership         preferred.

1. Training and Experience:
   Experience working in school finance and/or accounting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified in Financial Management (CFM) is preferred. Appropriate maintenance of administrative continuing education requirements and possession or eligibility for MSBO Chief Financial Officer certification.  Experience with state and federal programs, including the use of NexSys and GEMS / MARS
2. Demonstrated Technical Skills:
   Computer literacy, especially working with spreadsheets and financial statements; communication and presentation skills are highly desirable; accounting skills.
3. Human Relations Skills:
   An ability to communicate effectively and relate positively with students, parents, staff, and other members of the community. Ability to effectively lead and manage business office staff.

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Direct, supervise, delegate to, and evaluate assignments for internal and external systems, programs, and services in the administration of the accounting operation, annual audit, payroll, treasury and cash management, budget management and implementation, risk management, purchasing, and all applicable reporting requirements.
2. Assume responsibility for budget development and long range financial planning, including recommendations for budget shortfalls, cash flow, and investments.
3. Establish and supervise a program of accounting accurately to record in detail all fiscal transactions.
4. Supervise all accounting operations.
5. Manage the District’s real estate and insurance programs, including participation on behalf of the district on various outside insurance pool committees.
6. Actively manage a budget control system that provides input flexibility resulting in feedback for administrative decision-making.
7. Provide input to the Superintendent on all questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the district, including membership estimates, fund balance outlook, Board Policy revisions and internal control procedures.
8. Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating all business office personnel.
9. Arrange and coordinate the District’s Comprehensive Annual Audits.
10. Interpret the financial concerns of the school to District shareholders.
11. Supervise the accounts payable and the purchase card processes
12. Assist all departments in developing bid specifications for district purchases and participate in negotiating the procurement of the supply/equipment from the vendors.
13. Provide financial data and projections to the Superintendent and the bargaining teams for the collective bargaining process with labor groups.
14. Assist with the coordination of the employee benefits program including participation in the various outside insurance pool committees.
15. Supervise building and program budget development including all subsidiary funds (Food Service, Student Services, Bond Funds, Debt Funds and Capital Projects).
16. Serve as a contributing member of the Superintendent’s Administrative Cabinet and relevant Board of Education committees.
17. Maintain District property files and related transactions relative to such, including property appraisals, Fixed Asset reporting, insurance calculations of buildings, contents, deeds, sales & purchase agreements, and floor plans.
18. Cultivate and maintain lasting relationships with financial institutions, attorneys, realtors, City, County, and State contacts in the aim at sustaining and promoting the District’s image of high standards as quality K-12 districts.
19. Represent the District in business related organizations including MSBO, KSBO, Kent ISD Special Education Finance Committee, and Region I Business Managers.
20. Coordinate tax collection procedures and communication with the cities and counties encompassing the District, including the legal responsibilities and timely reporting of the approved tax levies.
21. Coordinate, review and continually evaluate internal controls relating to auditing standards.
22. Act as contact with the Superintendent in communications with the District’s lobbyist relative to funding matters.
23. Generate invoices pursuant to cooperative agreements including transportation, tuition, and shared staffing.
24. Acquire and maintain a thorough knowledge of all laws, rules, regulations, and policies pertaining to the financial affairs of the District and interpret such information for the Boards and Administrations.
25. Performs other relevant duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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 walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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 usually moderate.

Note to New Employees: Pursuant to PA 131, the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan State Police Department prior to the offer of employment. The candidate is responsible for the background check fee.

KENOWA HILLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS POINTS OF PRIDE

• Community support of 3 bond proposals since 2016, totaling $159M capital investments
• Early Childhood Program that provides multiple developmentally appropriate opportunities for children, ages 3-5, including child care all day and before/after school
• K-12 STEM education, including STEM Academy for students in grades 8-10
• Spanish instruction beginning at elementary grades
• Technology enriched learning environments with 1:1 student devices K-12
• Partnership with Grand Rapids Community College to offer Middle College Program
• Exceptional fine arts program and facility showcasing orchestra, drama, jazz band, percussion ensemble and choir
• Outstanding extracurricular and athletic offerings, including debate, forensics, ice hockey, lacrosse, gymnastics, equestrian, swimming, ski club, volleyball, football and many
• Exceptional well-rounded and caring students
• Dedicated and supportive parents/guardians
• Exemplary staff devoted to student success

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000