Director of Finance

About Us

Fowlerville Community Schools is a public school district serving nearly 2,500 students in grades PK-12, located in Fowlerville, Michigan. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education in a safe, orderly, and nurturing environment while fostering educational excellence, effective leadership, personal integrity, mutual respect, and continuous improvement. We believe in the active involvement of staff, students, and the community to achieve these goals.

Situated in Livingston County, one of Michigan’s fastest-growing regions, Fowlerville is a historic and vibrant community offering a variety of amenities and attractions. If you are seeking an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, innovative school district in a welcoming and growing community, we invite you to apply for the Director of Finance position. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of students and families every day.

Position: Director of Finance

Reports to: Superintendent

Overview: The Director of Finance is responsible for the overall financial management of the district, ensuring fiscal stability and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Working closely with the Superintendent, Board of Education, and district leadership, the Director of Finance develops and oversees the district’s financial strategies to align with Fowlerville Community Schools' mission and long-term goals.

Qualifications -

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree in Educational Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in school business operations.
• CPA certification, Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO) certification, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO) certification.
• Proficiency in school financial accounting systems or related software.

Required:

• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial data to administrators, community groups, and the Board of Education.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Key Responsibilities -

Financial Management & Budgeting:

• Oversee the district’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Develop and manage the district’s annual budget and long-term financial planning in alignment with Board and Superintendent approval.
• Provide budget development guidelines for buildings and departments while assisting administrators as needed.
• Implement and maintain budget control systems to monitor district spending and financial health.
• Supervise revenue collection, fund management, and financial reporting to ensure accountability.
• Ensure accurate tax levies, school assessments, and collections.

Strategic Planning & Board Engagement:

• Advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on financial matters, including budgeting, expenditures, and long-term financial planning.
• Attend Board of Education meetings, serve on the Superintendent’s Cabinet, and meet regularly with the Finance Committee to provide financial guidance.
• Develop and justify budget proposals, presenting financial reports and recommendations to district leadership and the Board.

Compliance & Grant Management:

• Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and district policies.
• Assist in writing, managing, and implementing state and federal categorical grants and programs.
• Arrange for annual audits and maintain financial records in compliance with legal and district standards.
• Ensure records management procedures meet legal requirements.

Risk Management & Capital Planning:

• Oversee district real estate, insurance, and risk management programs.
• Manage capital improvement projects, ensuring proper financial planning, oversight, and compliance with funding requirements.
• Provide strategic financial oversight for bond-related projects and district facilities.

Purchasing & Contract Negotiations:

• Supervise district purchasing, ensuring competitive bidding, procurement compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare bidding documents, including notices, instructions, specifications, and proposal forms.
• Participate in employment contract negotiations for organized employee groups.

Payroll & Business Office Oversight

• Oversee district payroll operations ensuring accuracy, compliance with state and federal regulations, and timely processing.
• Supervise, direct, and evaluate Business Office staff to ensure efficiency and adherence to financial policies and procedures.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain positive relationships and open communication with parents, community members, staff, and other district stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $117,927 to $125,163
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• Work Year: 52 weeks

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

Fowlerville Community Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its programs and activities. Inquiries or complaints related to discrimination should be directed to: Director of Human Resources, Trisha Reed, Fowlerville Community Schools, 7677 Sharpe Road, Suite A, Fowlerville, MI 48836, (517)223-6018.