Director of Accounting - Bloomington, United States - Bloomington Public Schools

Bloomington Public Schools
Bloomington Public Schools
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Bloomington, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Salary range for this position is $75,000-$90,000 and is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensures compliance with federal and state requirements where applicable and in accordance with the Illinois Program Accounting Manual (IPAM)
  • Reviews and analyzes budget expenditures, makes recommendations for change in budget expenditures and assists in supporting budget development as required; develops reports with historical, current and/or projected cost data
  • Enters budget information into the software system, and in some cases develops spreadsheets of the budget
  • Directs and causes implementation of a purchasing/warehousing program, coordinates district needs for equipment, services, and supplies to ensure timely and economical availability
  • Plans and implements an inventory control system to establish appropriate accountability, availability and use ensuring that appropriate supply levels are maintained and an adequate and timely review are reordering is available
  • Maintains an ongoing review of financial records for the district ensuring proper distribution to cost centers, reconciling all bank accounts maintained by the Board
  • Provides and reviews monthly financial reports to those with responsibility cost centers, i.e. building administrators and directors
  • Effectively communicates with all levels of the organization to include training with OTE staff on the purchase order process
  • Establishes effective communication to proper personnel concerning status of budgetary accounts
  • Ensures availability of records for state and public auditors
  • Arranges investments after analysis of cash balances and short and longterm cash flow
  • Obtains highest interest available for the district upon approval of the Treasurer/Chief Financial and Facilities Officer and working within Board of Education guidelines
  • Monitors payroll expenditures to ensure compliance with the Board of Education and federal and/or state directives
  • Interpret and prepare financial reports for the district, both internal and external, customized to specific information requested
  • Prepares the Monthly Financial Summary and Treasurer's Report for the Board of Education and the Annual Financial Statement for publication in accordance with the School Code of Illinois
  • Reports expenditures for state and/or federal grants for the district and works closely with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to ensure proper accounting disbursements in coordination of budget for grants
  • Responsible for the abovementioned list for the district, as well as the Bloomington Area Career Center, Regional Vocational System and the Judge John Scott Vocational Education Trust
  • Serves as the IMRF Authorized Agent for District 8
  • Makes employment recommendations specific to the Accounting department to the Director of Human Resources
  • Train, supervise, direct and maintain a good work environment and pleasant working relationships with coworkers
  • Evaluates the performance of all staff assigned under direct supervision
  • Performs related duties as assigned

Pay:
$75, $90,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Bloomington, IL: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
Multiple locations
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