Assistant Director of Finance

District Office; Batesville (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Director of Finance position with South Panola School District District Office in Batesville, Mississippi offers a 242-day term with salary approved by the Board of Trustees. The role reports to the Director of Finance and requires a strong background in accounting and finance.

Starting date is immediate, with responsibilities including budgeting, financial oversight, and coordination of audit/compliance activities to support the district's fiscal health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field with 15 accounting hours.

Responsibilities

• Financial oversight, budgeting support, and month/year-end closing procedures.
• Reconcile district bank statements and maintain activity fund documentation.
• Assist with payroll processing as needed.
• Supervise Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeepers, and Fixed Assets Building Coordinators.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or other business-related curriculum with a minimum of 15 specified semester hours in accounting courses

Job description

Assistant Director of Finance

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5968759


• Application Deadline: Posted until filled


• Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)


• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Date Available:November 18th, 2026

Terms: 242 days with salary as approved by the Board of Trustees

Reports to: Director of Finance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting


• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or other business-related curriculum with a minimum of 15 specified semester hours in accounting courses

Prefer:

• Prior experience in an accounting firm, business office, or equivalent

Job Summary:

• The Assistant Finance Director (AFD) monitors the district’s financial position and is entrusted with protecting the fiscal health of the district. The AFD oversees the Accounts Payable Clerk, Fixed Assets Building Managers, and school Bookkeepers. The AFD assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures based on sound fiscal practices and the analysis of financial resources that support the district’s strategic plan.

Job Duties and Responsibilites

• Financial Oversight & Reporting:
  
  
  
  • Support the Director of Finance with annual budgeting, financial resource analysis, and month/year-end closing procedures.
  
  
  • Reconcile all district bank statements and maintain school activity fund documentation monthly.
  
  
  • Assist with payroll processing as needed.
  
  


• Team & Operations Leadership:
  
  
  
  • Supervise and guide the Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeepers, and Fixed Assets Building Coordinators.
  
  
  • Maintain and enforce sound fiscal policies and internal controls aligned with district goals.
  
  


• Program Administration & Audit Compliance:
  
  
  
  • Manage district-wide programs as Travel Coordinator, Fixed Assets Manager, SBAC Coordinator, and EEF Card Coordinator.
  
  
  • Cooperate with internal and external auditors by preparing and providing required financial records.
  
  


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director of Finance & Business Operations.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Helen Winston


• 209 Boothe Street


• Batesville, Mississippi 38606


• Email: [e-mail]