Finance Operations Manager – Easton Public Schools

About Us

Easton Public schools are highly rated public schools located in Easton, Massachusetts.

With a solid foundation in our district Core Values and Transfer Goals, Easton creates a

welcoming environment that focuses on creating a community where building strong

relationships is a priority. We are committed to providing our faculty and staff with

resources and opportunities for professional development throughout the year, as well

as opportunities to connect and learn from each other. Easton Public Schools has a

strong focus on celebrating the diversity of our community and taking active steps to

create a school where all students feel a sense of belonging.

About The Role

The Finance Operations Manager serves as a senior member of the Business Office

team and supports the Director of Finance in the overall financial management and

operational integrity of the school district. The position is responsible for ensuring

compliance with GAAP, GASB, DESE, DOR, and other applicable state and federal

regulations.

Approximately 25% of the role is dedicated to payroll oversight, supervision, training,

and internal control implementation. The Finance Operations Manager does not serve

as the primary payroll processor but ensures payroll operations are accurate, compliant,

well-documented, and audit-ready.

The position also supports accounting operations, budget development and monitoring,

grant compliance, audit preparation, food service financial oversight, and Business

Office supervision.

Essential Responsibilities

Payroll Oversight, Supervision & Internal Controls (Approximately 25%)

• Provide supervisory oversight and professional support to payroll staff to ensure
  
  

accurate and timely payroll processing.

• Develop, document, and implement payroll internal control procedures to
  
  

strengthen compliance and audit readiness.

• Review payroll reports, reconciliations, and journal entries prior to posting to the
  
  

general ledger.

• Ensure payroll compliance with collective bargaining agreements, salary
  
  

schedules, stipends, longevity payments, retroactive adjustments, and contract

provisions.

• Support payroll staff with training related to MTRS reporting, tax withholding
  
  

requirements, benefit deductions, wage and hour compliance, and pay cycle

management (21/26 pay schedules).

• Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure proper financial reporting alignment.
• Serve as liaison during payroll-related audits and prepare required
  
  

documentation.

• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure proper position control, salary
  
  

alignment, and staffing reconciliation.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Assist the Director of Finance in the preparation and analysis of cost and
  
  

expenditure reports reflecting the financial condition of the district.

• Analyze financial accounts, identify discrepancies, and prepare correcting journal
  
  

entries for review and approval.

• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements and audit working
  
  

papers.

• Prepare responses to inquiries regarding financial statements and fiscal matters.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and applicable legal and regulatory
  
  

requirements.

• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all financial operations.
  
  

Budget Development & Monitoring

• Assist with the development, preparation, and ongoing monitoring of operating
  
  

and grant budgets.

• Review purchase orders for compliance with general and federal budgets and
  
  

chart of accounts requirements in accordance with DESE and DOR guidelines.

• Support financial analysis related to budget adjustments and projections.
  
  

Grant Management & Reporting

• Assist with tracking grant activity and prepare, submit, and monitor grant-related
  
  

financial reports and drawdown requests.

• Assist with specialized financial reporting related to grants, legal matters, medical
  
  

services, and other assigned areas.

• Ensure compliance with federal and state grant requirements.
  
  

Food Service Financial Compliance

• Assist in the administration of the food service program in compliance with
  
  

federal and state requirements.

• Support processing and documentation related to free and reduced-price lunch
  
  

applications and direct certification.

• Assist with required school lunch and breakfast observations and coordination of
  
  

required staff training.

Internal Oversight & Business Office Support

• Monitor, review, and audit school activity accounts to ensure compliance with
  
  

district policies and regulations.

• Assist the Director of Finance with oversight, training, and support of Business
  
  

Office and district personnel.

• Provide backup support for accounts payable functions as needed.
• Participate in required annual job-specific training as mandated by DESE and
  
  

applicable regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards.
• Knowledge of state reporting systems, Aspen, automated accounting systems,
  
  

and standard accounting practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel and Google Workspace.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with municipal leadership, district administration,
  
  

staff, families, and stakeholders.

• Proof of U.S. citizenship, residency, or valid work authorization.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director of Finance may find
  
  

appropriate and acceptable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of successful experience in school district accounting, including
  
  

payroll oversight.

• Experience strengthening internal controls and financial documentation
  
  

procedures.

• Experience working directly with auditors during annual financial statements,
  
  

payroll, workers’ compensation, and state-level audits.

• Supervisory experience overseeing finance or payroll personnel.
• Knowledge of ERP Enterprise (Munis)
  
  

Salary Range: $78,000- $98,000 annually, commensurate with experience and

Qualifications.

Contact:

Kristina DeNapoli

Director of Human Resources

Easton Public Schools

48 Spooner Street

North Easton, MA 02356

kdenapoli@easton.k12.ma.us