Executive Director of Business and Finance

JobID: 10174 Position Type: Administration/Director Date Posted: 1/8/2024 Location: Battle Creek Public Schools - Administration District: Battle Creek Public Schools - website At Battle Creek Public Schools, transformation is underway and excellence is on the rise! Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS) is a school district located in Calhoun County, Michigan (conveniently located between Chicago and Detroit), serving the City of Battle Creek as well as parts of Emmett, Pennfield and Bedford townships, and the City of Springfield.
With a bold goal of achieving 100% success for every Bearcat, we offer a broad range of educational experiences to meet the individual needs of students at all levels, including experiential learning, individualized instruction, advanced and accelerated curricula, and outdoor education.
In 2017, BCPS received an historic investment from the W.
K.
Kellogg Foundation, and we are continuing our transformation plan, advancing bold, top-to-bottom changes to provide a world-class career, college, and community-ready education for every student, in every grade, at every school.
BCPS offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (including up to $20k in home purchase assistance), and opportunities for professional development.
Apply now and join the Bearcat family.
Believe in the Change! Primary Function: This position is responsible for leading, planning and controlling the business affairs and financial management of the school district in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and school district policy.
This includes budgeting, financial accounting, financial analysis, internal and external reporting, cash management, financial forecasting, purchasing, contract administration, payroll, capital projects accounting, and bonding.
This leadership position supervises and evaluates business office and human resource personnel in addition to contracted business services.
Serves on the Superintendent’s Cabinet.
Position Responsibilities: Direct district fiscal functions and provide general administration of all business and accounting functions including internal controls Prepare and monitor district budgets using a collaborative approach including long-range financial planning Prepare and oversee the preparation of monthly district financial reports and ensure they meet all local, state, and federal requirements including timely submission.
Develop and implement systems aligned with district strategic plan including planning and analysis of current programs and support systems.
Effectively communicate and work with the Board of Education and regarding implementation and education relating to school finance issues.
Oversee day-to-day operations of business and human resources departments Monitor team performance and set metrics for team success Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Qualifications The position requires knowledge normally acquired through a Bachelor’s Degree (B.
A.
) from a four-year college or institution in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Four (4) to seven (7) years of related job experience or expertise in accounting or applied financial leadership is required.
Previous experience in a school environment is preferred.
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred, but not required.
Possess or qualify for the Michigan School Business Officials Chief Financial Officer Certification.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities (SKA) Required: Knowledge of software and operations of computerized financial accounting systems.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent financial and business acumen, with the ability to quickly assimilate numbers and reports and provide well-reasoned, thoughtful, and succinct reports and recommendations.
Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
Ability to organize integrated systems and processes; ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
Able to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy state certification for the position.
Compensation: Up to $130,000/year.
Commensurate with education and experience.
Required with Application: Cover letter, resume, business references, and transcripts CONTRACT: 261 Work Days (12 Month Calendar) SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE: The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment.
All fees required for the check (estimated $73.
00) is the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Battle Creek Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristics, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employment.
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