Director of Finance

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Now Hiring….Join Us! Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District!

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· Competitive salaries & benefits.

· Holidays. Leave.

· Employer contribution medical insurance, Dental, Vision.*

· Employer paid group term life insurance.*

*Subject to eligibility requirements.

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Sierra Vista Unified School District is an integral part of the community and takes great pride in providing the largest PreK-12 offering of unique and personalized learning opportunities in the region, full extracurricular offerings, and other experiences to enhance the quality of the education and the lives of the students in the District.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SALARY: Starting Salary $75,000 Annual

WORK YEAR: 12 months

**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages. WWW.SVUSD68.ORG * 520-515-2760

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management, Master’s degree preferred
• Three years’ experience in Governmental, school district accounting (preferred) or auditing within the past five years
• One year in a supervisory accounting position or governmental accounting field within the past five years
• Experience working with Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR), School Finance, and Federal Compliance – 2 CFR 200, preferred
• Working knowledge of Arizona Revised Statutes – Title 15
• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Finance is responsible for providing sound fiscal management in the operation of District financial matters, including the development and management of the District budget, controlling all the financial transactions of the District, ensuring that all revenue and expenditures are properly recorded and accounted for, and preparing pertinent reports on the financial condition of the District.

• Analyze, implement, and administer the budget and all financial activity, including review and approval of expenditures, preparation of monthly reports, revision of budget, and consultation with principals and department heads to ensure budget conformity.
• Establish and maintain appropriate financial records in compliance with Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR). Keeps informed of and enforces laws and regulations affecting financial transactions and reporting.
• Supervise the preparation of bi-weekly payrolls and the development of payroll record-keeping systems.
• Direct the accounts payable and accounts receivable areas.
• Monitor cash flow, formulate forecasts and direct the investment of surplus funds. Works closely with County officials in establishment of property tax rates.
• Provide oversight of the District’s food service program
• Review and monitor reporting and applying for Federal and State grants.
• Monitor Federal Impact Aid and the surveys and Federal Impact Aid applications.
• Review and monitor cash reconciliation to the County Treasurer.
• Direct the financial related efforts of bond and any budget override elections, including coordination with consultants, legal counsel and State/County officials in preparation of documentation.
• Develop and maintain a system of property control for district land, buildings and improvements. Serves as coordinator for all phases of District financial audits, including review evaluation and implementation of audit recommendation.
• Review and evaluate the District casualty/liability insurance program and recommends coverage. Maintain insurance records and oversees insurance-related functions.
• Conduct cost studies, prepares special financial reports for various government agencies and prepares other reports as directed by the Superintendent.
• Supervise the financial affairs of the District including handling of all funds, accounting and reporting procedures and long-range planning.
• Implement accounting procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and internal controls throughout the district.
• Keep unit principals and department heads appraised of current budget status and make monthly budget and financial reports to the governing board through the District Superintendent.
• Prepare financial reports as required by State and Federal agencies having jurisdiction over school funds.
• Monitor budgets and expenditures for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.
• Assist in the recruiting, screening, interviewing and recommendations for employment of personnel to serve within the department, provide in-service training as necessary for all staff within the department.
• Supervise department personnel for the purpose of ensuring that department and District work goals are achieved and performance is maximized.

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The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• supervisory accounting or governmental accounting: 1 year (Required)
• related to duties/responsibilities: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000