Chief Financial Officer
Aldine Independent School District
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for oversight of all financial and business affairs of the district and the execution of policies adopted by the local Board of Trustees. Provide leadership for the district’s financial services activity to ensure effective management practices. Serve as the chief financial and budget advisor and assume administrative responsibilities for the district’s business office functions.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred
Certified Public Accountant preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics
Knowledge of information/data processing systems and financial applications
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
Strong analytic, problem solving, and planning skills
Highly effective organizational and consensus building skills
Knowledge in an urban school district
Knowledge and understanding of school district policies and procedures
Demonstrated leadership skills
Experience:
Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in governmental finance and accounting
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory position in the fields of finance or accounting
Experience as a member of the Senior or Executive Leadership Team for a school district within the past five years preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Evaluate and direct the setting of department goals of the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Finance, Director of Student Services, Director of Risk Management, Director of Purchasing, and the Federal State & Special Programs Directors
Oversee the fiscal responsibilities of the district, ensuring that the policies are cost effective and provide for the efficient and orderly operation of the business affairs of the district
Ensure that the district’s fiscal operations promote and support the instructional program, and that the budget, finance and business operations are supportive of district objectives
Supervise the purchase, distribution, and storage of all supplies, materials, and services approved for purchase by the Superintendent of Schools
Maintain accounting procedures to record in detail all transactions affecting the acquisition, custodianship, and disposition of monies and credit, including cash receipts and disbursements in the local fund, agency fund, cafeteria fund, federal funds, bond funds, and all office funds
Supervise and monitor the general accounting system of the Office of Tax Collections
Supervise the preparation of monthly financial statements to be presented to the Board of Trustees
Supervise and monitor the fiscal control of all federal and state monies allocated to the district
Secure all school district monies as prescribed by law
Serve as budget officer
Ensure all Finance Department staff receives ongoing professional development with regard to generally accepted accounting practices and TEA financial regulations
Ensure the Finance Department provides campus personnel with training and support to manage all campus financial responsibilities and resources
Supervise employee benefit programs including sick leave, state retirement, unemployment compensation, and worker’s compensation
Conduct surveys as directed by the Superintendent of Schools
Supervise and monitor the preparation and disbursement of payroll
Record and file all official contracts, agreements, real estate titles, abstracts and specifications
Maintain an accurate and complete inventory of all district properties
Articulate the school’s mission and image in a positive manner to the community, developing activities for mutual support
Professional Growth and Development
Pursue continuous improvement and growth in knowledge of leadership skills, school fiscal practices including budget, finance, and business operations
Other
Act in a consultative and advisory capacity to the Superintendent of Schools on matters pertaining to the formation and execution of instructional practices and policies, and perform other duties that may be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervision of assigned staff
Evaluation:
The evaluation for the Chief Financial Officer is a responsibility resting with the Superintendent of Schools. An evaluation will be provided in writing at least once during the course of each school year.
Work Environment:
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress '
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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