Controller

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Controller is responsible for managing the district’s finances, accounting systems and financial statements in accordance with GAAP and GAAS principles; interpreting laws and regulations pertaining accounting data; developing district budgets; serving as the District Audit Compliance Officer and Grants Administrator; monitoring the financial internal control structure of the organization; and for supervising the hiring, training, evaluation and discipline processes within the accounting and capital finance departments. Oversee accounting for bond/levy projects, and report on financial expenditures and revenues for all district programs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Direct, review, analyze and interpret a variety of financial and management information; make recommendations in matters of fiscal impact such as budget, revenues, expenditures, enrollment projections, collective bargaining, school construction, levy and bond issues, and risk management.
• Provides leadership for the finance, accounting, operations, capital projects, budgeting, fixed assets, records management and auditing functions of the district. Develop improvements to systems and procedures. Reviews and develops sound internal controls to protect district assets. Provides technical advice and direction; advises district personnel on process for budgeting and interpreting financial data.
• Reviews all district programs including bond/levy projects, fiscal tracking, budgeting, compliance requirements, and reporting on financial expenditures and revenues.
• Prepares and reviews various financial reports including but not limited to reporting required information for safety-net, special education excess costs, bonds, levies, debt service analysis, continuing disclosure, impact fees, etc.
• Provides direction, guidance and support to office managers and administrators regarding budgeting and accounting procedures. Monitor categorical programs to ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
• Define operational policies, guidelines, priorities. Develop and implement a fiscal policies and procedures. Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of district accounting policies and procedures for the effective and efficient operation of the district. Coordinates the development of the business office operations manual, as well as ready reference manuals for employees.
• Reviews compliance with state guidelines to ensure maximum funding for the district in the areas of Vocational, Special Education, Transportation, K-3 enhancements, categorical programs, etc.
• Develops plans for the electronic transfer of information between departments and the integration of information into the district’s data processing system to ensure accurate reporting. Oversee the development of training programs for building and department staff in the use of the district financial systems.
• Design technological systems for all district-wide management functions.
• Serve on committees as needed to guide and direct development of financial implementations and to integrate it with the district accounting and budgeting systems.
• Research and implement rules, regulations, legislation, technology and procedures governing school business and finance.
• Serves as audit liaison and auditing officer for all district funds, supervises and audits to ensure reporting accuracy and proper expenditure.
• Oversees accurate and timely financial reporting for the state annual financial report (F-196), GAAP basis financial statements and notes, the district annual report, grant activity schedule, cash position, and budget status reports.
• Supervise, evaluate, train and hire accounting and capital finance positions.
• Demonstrate positive relationship skills with stakeholders, maintaining ongoing and open communication
• Use technology for communication, presentations, trainings, and workshops.
• Possess knowledge of and adhere to Governing Policies and District Regulations and Procedures.
• Participate in special projects as assigned and perform related duties and key responsibilities consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Public Administration. Master’s degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years of experience in a large and complex organization. Audit and/or supervisory experience preferred. CPA preferred. Further, the individual will possess the:

• Thorough knowledge of State and Federal Laws relating to school district finance, accounting and budget development
• Strong supervisory skills and experience along with a high level of proficiency in data processing and accounting systems
• Must possess ability to analyze and interpret the law along with pertinent regulations
• Must be able to work well under pressure
• Knowledge of effective methods of program development, implementation, and evaluation
• Knowledge of effective supervisory methods, practices, and techniques
• Ability to work well with others and to promote a team environment
• Ability to prioritize and organize work and to work well under pressure
• Ability to use sound judgment, including appropriate handling of confidential matters
• Ability to analyze complex situations and synthesize diverse information
• Ability to conduct short- and long-term planning
• Ability to function in an environment characterized by potential for high levels of stress, absence of regular feedback, and infrequent recognition for positive work performance
• Ability to make effective independent decisions when situations requires
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of others both within and outside of the district
• Ability to facilitate conflict resolution
• Ability to communicate effectively, including preparing written documents and public speaking

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: At least one relevant technical certification preferred.
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING: Valid WA State driver’s license and appropriate insurance required. Must maintain as current any certification or license listed herein and held at hire date.
CLEARANCES: Criminal Justice fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT: Unrepresented
DISCLAIMER, ADA AND NONDISCRIMATION STATEMENT The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of his job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and or not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employer.
All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and/or complaints of alleged discrimination involving staff: Amanda Dorey, Director of Human Resources, (425)837-7060.

Salary : $172,073 - $177,394