Assistant Director for Finance

Berks County Intermediate Unit; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Berks County Intermediate Unit seeks an accomplished finance leader to serve as Assistant Director for Finance. The role guides financial strategy, ensures fiscal accountability, and supports sound business practices advancing education services across Berks County.

The position requires five years in financial settings, strong knowledge of GASB and government grants, and expertise in budgeting, reporting, and risk management. Exempt, full-time, salary provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Accounting; advanced degree or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a business or financial setting.
• Strong knowledge of financial, accounting, cash flow, and investment management; GASB and government grants knowledge preferred.
• Experience in staff development/management in a school or business setting.
• Proficient with current financial and accounting software and Excel.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania DOE State Accounting Code.
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and external partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting, selecting, supervising, and evaluating staff within Office of Business Service.
• Assist in preparation and review of Intermediate Unit budgets.
• Consolidate financial information for Annual Financial Report and indirect cost schedules.
• Coordinate submission of state and federal fiscal forms.
• Assist in revenue acquisition from state and federal agencies.
• Coordinate all IU accounting operations.
• Assist in developing policies for the Office of Business Services.
• Prepare financial studies and demographic analyses as required.
• Plan year-end closing activities.
• Coordinate year-end audit with independent auditors and provide reports.
• Prepare financial data and participate in contract negotiations as deemed by CFO.
• Prepare monthly and periodic status reports for CFO.
• Assist in administering the risk management program.
• Implement policies approved by the Board in conformity with regulations.
• Assist in implementing the employee benefits program’s financial aspects.
• Evaluate and set up leases for assets.
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting

Cash flow management

GASB standards

Government grants

Staff development

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Accounting

Advanced degree or CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Financial software

Job description

Summary of position

The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking an accomplished financial professional to serve as Assistant Director for Finance. In this key leadership role, you will help guide financial strategy, ensure fiscal accountability, and support sound business practices that advance the BCIU’s mission of providing high-quality educational services to schools and communities throughout Berks County.

Job Responsibilities

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

• Assist in recruiting, selecting, recommending, supervising, and evaluating non-professional employees within the assigned Office of Business Service program areas.
• Assist in preparation and review of Intermediate Unit budgets.
• Consolidate all Intermediate Unit financial information for completion of Annual Financial Report and related Indirect Cost schedules
• Assist in coordinating the completion and submission of state and federal fiscal forms as required.
• Assist in the revenue acquisition from various agencies, including the state and federal governments.
• Coordinate all Intermediate Unit accounting operations.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for the Office of Business Services program areas.
• Assist in the preparation of financial studies, fiscal management/operational studies, and demographic studies as required.
• Plan and implement financial year-end closing activities.
• Coordinate year-end audit with independent auditors and provide requested documentation, reports, worksheets, analysis, and financial statements as required.
• Prepare financial/statistical data and participate in contract negotiations as deemed necessary by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Prepare monthly and periodic reports and all status reports as required by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Assist Chief Financial Officer in administering the risk management program for the Berks County Intermediate Unit.
• Assist in implementing the policies approved by the Berks County Intermediate Unit Board of Directors in conformity with Federal and State regulations.
• Assist in implementing the financial aspect of the employee benefits program.
• Evaluate and set up leases for vehicles, software, computer equipment, etc.
• Establish and maintain relationship with bank depositories and other investment and lending institutions.
• Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned by the Chief Financial Officer or designee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Accounting required. Advanced degree or in process of securing an advanced degree and/or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a business or financial setting.
• Strong working knowledge of financial, accounting, cash flow, and investment management. Knowledge of U.S. / GASB accounting standards; U.S. government grant processes, procedures, auditing requirements; and consolidated financial reporting preferred.
• Experience in staff development/management in a business or school environment.
• Adept with current financial and accounting computer applications.
• Familiarity with the Pennsylvania Department of Education State Accounting Code.
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of employees and serve as a representative with school district officials and business partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and respond as required.
• The holder of this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance (MA) or other state or federal healthcare program. Clearance as a provider by both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the federal government is therefore an essential qualification for this position.

Schedule

Exempt, Full-time, Twelve months/year (260 days).

Salary

Salary range is $116,789 to $158,011 (commensurate on experience) as established by the Intermediate Unit Board of Directors per the Compensation and Benefits Plan for Leadership Team, SRI 28.