Director of Finance
1.0 FTE
Start date: July 1, 2025
Compensation: 2024-2025 Salary Schedule $145,480-$163,739
In-district and Out-of-District Applicant Deadline: Open until filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com
POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Finance manages and communicates the District’s financial status and vision. The Director plans, directs, and supervises all aspects of the District’s financial services and related functions. This includes budget development and management, accounting and financial reporting, payroll and PERS coordination, procurement and contracting, investments and debt service management, insurance and risk management oversight, and coordination with the Oregon Departments of Education and Revenue.
COMPENSATION:
Contract 240 Days; Start Date July 1, 2025.
Salary Range: $145,480-$163,739 plus benefits package.
This position is not part of a bargaining unit and reports directly to the Superintendent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification’
License and evidence of insurability
Master’s degree in Business Administration, or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
Managerial experience with acquired skills in planning, organizing, and controlling budget and fiscal services, legal matters, risk management, procurement, and contracts.
Successful oversight and delivery of an annual budget and ACFR in a school district, college, or related governmental environment.
CPA license is highly desired
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Lead and supervise others
Independently organize, plan, initiate, and manage projects and district financial programs
Analyze data, problem solve, and effectively reduce findings to writing
Develop, implement, and facilitate training of employees in the business/finance department, other departments, and schools related to business and financial processes and procedures
Operate standard office equipment and maintain complex data including advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word (Microsoft products), budget, and financial database software
Prepare, present and effectively communicate in oral and written reports
Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of groups and individuals including district personnel and outside vendors
Follow federal, state, and local laws/statutes/ordinances/District policies and Board Executive Limitations relative to school finance; the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR); report writing and budget production methods and techniques.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Under the guidance and direction of the Superintendent, plans and supervises the development of District-wide operating and capital
Monitors and reports all pertinent information associated with revenue and expenditures; cash flow analysis; authorizes and executes transactions involving investments
Ensures a system of timely, efficient, effective and accurate financial reporting in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws/statutes/ordinances/District policies and Board Executive Limitations by directing the development and preparation of the annual budget and all related documents, quarterly financial reports, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), and all other required reports
Working through the Superintendent, responds to inquiries and provides fiscal data to the District School Board and Budget Committee as ensures a system of timely, efficient and effective procurement and contracting services in support of District operations and in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws/statutes/ordinances/District policies and Board Executive
Establishes and maintains a culture of exceptional customer service
Leads in developing and establishing policies and procedures for the District in all areas of responsibility. Promotes continuous process improvement and monitors quality assurance
Oversees and coordinates the development of department policy and budgets within areas of responsibility. Controls expenditures within approved budgets; prepares and controls budget plan for use of federal or special grants
Provides guidance, leadership, and consultation to schools/departments regarding all fiscal activities to ensure effective fiscal management
Promotes the establishment and maintenance of a strong partnership between educational programs and business
Prepares and presents necessary financial plans and reports to the Superintendent
Select, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff; assign work and ensure appropriate training is provided; investigate complaints, recommend and administer disciplinary actions; manage sensitive personnel matters and recommend grievance responses
Direct preparation of long- and short-range work plans for assigned areas of responsibility
Directs District-wide and department short and long-range financial planning
Supervise the monitoring of the district’s financial outlook and prepare the district’s annual financial forecast, annual budget, supplemental budgets, and ongoing revenue and expenditure projections
Oversee the financial aspects/functions of school finance positions and provide regular support to principals. Ensure school accounting is in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and District policy
Support District representatives in employee collective bargaining, employee benefits, and compensation administration by overseeing financial analysis relating to employment issues and participating on management bargaining teams
Work with external auditors, financial advisors, bond counsel, underwriters, and regulatory entities to address financial issues or capital financing.
Make recommendations to establish appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly
Performs other duties as assigned
Extended work days and evening meetings.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to:
Sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time
Talk and hear conversations
Use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive movement such as keyboarding
Reach for and handle objects
Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Regularly focuses on a computer screen
Bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 45 pounds may also be required on occasion
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS:
Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed
Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to students, staff, and district operations
Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting
Exercising prudent judgment
Work independently in the performance of routine duties
Follow all District policies and work procedures
Utilize the District’s electronics systems and applications only for purposes related to the position
Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
