Director of Finance - Interim

Job Title: Interim Director – Finance

Work Year: 260 Days

Department: Business Services

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Salary: APT Salary Schedule B -Range 14

• The salary for Range 14 is $113,332 - $164,111

• The posted salary range is what an employee would expect to reach with longevity in the District. New employees would expect an offer between the beginning to midrange of the salary range depending on relevant experience.

Benefits include: Health, dental and life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, extended leave bank, as well as other benefit elections.

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ABOUT THOMPSON SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Thompson School District is the 17th largest school district in Colorado, encompassing 362 square miles and serving approximately 15,000 students. The district's territory includes Loveland and Berthoud, plus sections of Fort Collins, Windsor, Johnstown and unincorporated land in Larimer, Weld and Boulder counties. TSD serves students in Pre-K through 12th grade with thirteen school-based preschool programs, a dedicated preschool building, three K-8 buildings, sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, five high schools, two charter schools and one career campus. Teachers and administrators collaborate with families and community partners to ensure that students are college, career and community ready. Visit the district website at tsd.org to learn more.

SUMMARY:

The Director of Finance position is responsible for maximizing the return on financial assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. This position ensures legal and regulatory compliance for all accounting and financial reporting functions. The Director of Finance oversees general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, grants, accounts receivable/collection and district banking.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, develops, and oversees budget process each fiscal year which includes developing overall budget strategy and long-range planning, obtaining broad range of input, prioritizing needs, allocating resources among priorities, communicating with local stakeholders, staff and Board, and developing mechanisms for monitoring and evaluation of financial performance.

• Plans and directs the accounting operations of the school district, including general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, grants, accounts receivable/collection and district banking.

• Ensures that the district complies with all federal, state, and district regulations and policies.

• Assists in the recruitment and training of business office personnel.

• Provides financial information to departments and schools as needed.

• Prepares district financial statements in accordance with GAAP for governmental fund

accounting.

• Prepares and coordinates the preparation of work papers and documentation for the

financial audit, including completion of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

• Responsible for high level accounting functions. Includes review and analysis of accounts, financial statements and accounting processes. Provides technical accounting assistance to schools and other district departments as needed.

• Assists Chief Financial Officer with annual budget development. Manages budget implementation, compliance and related follow-up.

• Prepares and submits all reports for the Colorado Department of Education including electronic data transfers.

• Supervises student athletic/activity accounting. Maintains financial records. Prepares and reviews reports to athletic/activity directors and principals.

• Responsible for accounting and reporting of the Thompson Education Foundation. Includes tracking of daily activity and reporting to TEF Executive Director.

• Supervises the accounting for fixed assets and coordinates annual fixed asset inventory.

• Monitors/reviews internal audits of accounts.

• Establishes and maintains an effective line of communication that disseminates information and provides training and technical assistance to appropriate persons within the District.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITY:

• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles for governmental fund accounting.

• Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the organization.

• Knowledge of financial records and statement preparation, presentation and maintenance.

• Knowledge of accounting and business terminology.

• Knowledge of the methods used in monitoring, recording and maintaining budget

information.

• Knowledge of computers, related computer equipment and applications used in the

performance of duties.

• Knowledge of audit and cash management practices and procedures.

• Ability to oversee fiscal system activities to ensure maintenance of internal controls.

• Ability to oversee and assume responsibility for the overall operation and supervision of the assigned team.

• Ability to prepare and monitor budgets.

• Ability to interpret, apply and adhere to all pertinent state, federal and local government accounting regulations and procedures in performing fiscal responsibilities.

• Advanced management, communications, leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Ability to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and documents in a clear, concise, and effective manner.

• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in supervising the assigned team, including such areas as handling difficult situations, setting department priorities, making recommendations, determining and acting on operational problems, preparing employee performance appraisals, etc.

• Ability to determine or interpret work procedures for subordinates in assigning duties to them.

• Ability to provide assistance and advice to various agencies, departments, and individuals.

• Skilled in preparing, evaluating, reviewing, and approving an assortment of financial records, reports, and related information.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, financial or related field or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five years experience in governmental fund accounting.

• Minimum of five years experience in managing an accounting function in a district or company.

• Experience in public school accounting preferred.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Directly supervises the following positions: Accountant (1), Accounting/Budget Specialist (1), and Accounting Specialist-Grants/SPED (1). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. This position is responsible for the hiring process for these positions. This position is responsible for approximately 3 employee evaluations.

SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS:

• All employees of the district are responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and insuring that safety precautions and practices are followed.

• We expect you to immediately report any unsafe working conditions or safety problems to your supervisor. Until corrective action is taken, be sure that the area or condition is restricted and that cautionary devises, i.e., cones, temporary fencing, floor signs, etc. are in place so that others are not affected or injured.

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, handle, or feel; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Thompson School District shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibility, or qualifications associated with the job.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $113,332.00 - $164,111.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Loveland, CO 80537 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Loveland, CO 80537: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $113,332 - $164,111