Director of Finance

District Overview

The mission of the Mashpee Public Schools is to ensure a student-centered, comprehensive program of rigor, scope, and depth that prepares all students to be college, career, service, and civic ready and teaches respect and acceptance of others. The vision of the Mashpee Public Schools is that every student, every day, is safe, respected, and engaged to achieve academic and social growth in a personalized learning environment.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Finance is part of the District leadership team and plays a critical role in developing and implementing the District’s strategic plan, ensuring that resources are aligned with the District’s priorities. The Director coordinates and oversees the daily management of all of the school's business affairs and maintains records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. They also oversee the regular and special education transportation services. This is a district-level position under the supervision of the Superintendent. The Director of Finance works collaboratively with the administrative team and the School Committee.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

Fiscal Management

• Maintain appropriate and effective fiscal procedures to assure the most efficient budget controls, including maintaining general ledger and financial statements
• Develop the annual budget and provide input regarding long-range financial planning in collaboration with the Superintendent and other administrative staff
• Implement and monitor accounting procedures that ensure proper recording of all receipts and expenditures and conformity with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B (Procurement Law) and auditing requirements
• Monitor the monthly budget projections and prepare all monthly fiscal reports and forecasts for the Superintendent and report to the School Committee
• Oversee and provide necessary documentation for annual fiscal audit and “single audit” if necessary
• Prepare the School Department’s annual financial reports for DESE, balance sheets, revenue, expenditure statements, and other reports in support of grants, compliance requirements, or required financial documentation
• Develop and recommend financial policies regarding the management of the School Department’s fiscal matters to the Superintendent and the School Committee
•  Manage all business, financial, and personnel records according to School Department policies and in compliance with applicable state/federal laws and regulations
• Monitor the general operations and financial procedures of the District’s food service program

Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll & Purchasing

• Supervise all accounts receivable and accounts payable functions for the School Department
• Monitor all payroll functions- accounting, human resource functions, and personnel
• Responsible for the purchase of equipment and supplies necessary for the proper operation of the School Department.
• Maintain an efficient inventory system for all School Department equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for maintenance, lease agreements, and service contracts of all office equipment including computers, copy machines, FAX machines, telephones, postage meters, etc.

Grants and Insurance Management

• Responsible for execution and maintenance of all state and federal grants, including reports and audits
• Manage and maintain all School Department insurance programs

Personnel

• Oversee human resource functions associated with district business office operations
• Assist in recruitment, interviewing, and selection of all business office employees
• Assist the Superintendent and School Committee during negotiations for successor collective bargaining agreements, including providing support materials and financial analysis
• Plan appropriate in-service training for business office staff
• Recommend appropriate changes or updates to the School Department personnel policies and procedures handbook
• Manage secure archiving of all required long-term personnel records

Lease and Facilities

• Participate in facilities planning and development to support School Department programs
• Participate in planning to ensure adequate facility support for School Department transportation operations
• Coordinate vehicle leases and vehicle insurance for the School Department

Other

• Participate in MASBO and other professional development related to the fiduciary responsibilities of the School Department
• Attend School Committee meetings and other town meetings, as requested to report on fiscal or budgetary issues
• Including, but not limited to, other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required, Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a School Business Administrator or similar position
• Holds current Massachusetts School Business Administrator certification
• Proficiency with Massachusetts public procurement
• Current Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) designation or designation in progress
• Experience with public school or school department/municipal procedures
• Experience in training and supervision of business operations staff
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience as a classroom educator is a plus
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, municipal staff, and the community
• Must possess strong customer service skills in order to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of customers and stakeholders
• Experience in grants management
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Google, fund accounting, and related software (working knowledge of MUNIS preferred)
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

LENGTH OF POSITION: 260 days 

LOCATION: District Office

SALARY: Commensurate with experience 

BENEFITS:  Comprehensive benefits package includes a Town contribution of 75% towards the cost of health insurance and optional life/dental/vision plan options, as well as deferred compensation plans.