Job Details

Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, the Executive Director of Finance plans, organizes and directs the work of the accounting office including budget control records, payroll record keeping and preparations, proper disbursement of funds such as receiving, examining and approving requisitions for materials, supplies and equipment and performing more responsible tasks in connection with the above functions; formulates and directs implementation of project accounting systems, assists and consults with the Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, in the preparation of the budget and in unusual problems involving deviations for policy or precedent; carry out special financial or statistical research or analytical studies; develop new procedures as needed and ensure that the established procedures are carried out efficiently; keep records of expenditures and income; keep and record balances of all appropriations.

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree, from an accredited college or university, with a major in accounting, business administration or public finance. ( Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, business administration or public finance is preferred. )

  • Chief Business Official (CBO) Certificate from a recognized California School Business Organization (CASBO, FCMAT, USC, etc), or ability to complete certification within one (1) year of hire

• Experience : A minimum of four (4) years recent supervisorial and development budget accounting and auditing experience in the California TK-12 public school or college setting or equivalent training and experience to meet the essential functions of the job requirements. ( Six (6) or more years of recent, increasingly complex accounting and/or auditing experience in the California TK-12 public school setting is preferred. )

• Personal Qualities : Resourceful, innovative, helpful, diligent, persistent, and a willingness to work with colleagues and students.

• See the job description for additional qualifications.