Director of Business Services - Texas City, United States - TASBO

    TASBO
    TASBO Texas City, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Primary Purpose:

    Direct and manage the operation of financial and business affairs of the district including payroll, accounting and accounts payable.

    Qualifications:

    Education/Certification:

    Bachelor's degree in a business-related field

    Special Knowledge/Skills:

    Advanced technical knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics

    Working knowledge of financial applications and accounting

    Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

    Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing

    Ability to implement policy and procedures

    Ability to interpret data

    Ability to manage budget and personnel

    Ability to coordinate district functions

    Experience:

    Three years experience in school business management or public organization

    Major Responsibilities and Duties:

    Fiscal Management

  • Keep the assistant superintendent of business and operations informed on the business affairs of the district.
  • Evaluate accounting procedures, systems, and controls district wide and recommend improvements in their design, implementation, and maintenance.
  • Maintain a continuous auditing program for all funds and assist the district's independent and internal auditors in conducting the annual or periodic audit.
  • Ensure that accounting systems comply with applicable laws and regulations including Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
  • Oversee preparation of monthly bank reconciliations for all cash and investment accounts.
  • Prepare and enter budget adjustments, additions, and deletions.
  • Review coding and compliance for all purchase orders prior to approval.
  • Plan and conduct needs assessments for improvement of district business operations.
  • Provide leadership to achieve cost-effective practices throughout the district.
  • Ensure that business operations support the district's goals and objectives.
  • Oversee implementation of all new GASB pronouncements that relate to school districts.