District Finance & Operations Leader

Central Office; Granger (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

GRANGER SCHOOL DISTRICT #204 Central Office in Granger, Washington is seeking a seasoned Business Manager to oversee the district's business and fiscal operations, reporting to the Superintendent.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in business or accounting, strong knowledge of accounting principles, experience with budgets, grants, and financial reporting, and the ability to work effectively with the school board, administration and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Pass background check, including criminal history.
• Excellent ability to collaborate with the school board, district and building administration, as well as staff and the public.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in data processing and software use.
• Preferred experience in general accounting.
• Equivalent formal education may be considered.
• Experience in labor relations, negotiations, and contract compliance.
• Familiarity with levy and bonds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy of all accounting and financial processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and purchasing and receiving functions.
• Prepare comprehensive financial statements for all funds in compliance with current accounting principles.
• Collaborate with the school board, district and building administration to prepare the district budgets as directed by the Superintendent.
• Maintain the general ledger and reconcile district records with the county treasurer.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements to personnel responsible for budgeting.
• Coordinate and monitor operating budgets in collaboration with district and building administration.
• Attend Board of Directors' meetings and present regular budget status reports.
• Monitor the cash flow of district funds and optimize the investment of available funds.
• Prepare claims for all federal, state, and local categorical funds, and maintain proper fiscal grant files.
• Compile and submit all required financial reports to regulatory agencies in a timely manner.
• Review grant applications for legal requirements and financial considerations, in collaboration with district and building administration.
• Assist staff in understanding and complying with rules and regulations governing district operations.
• Ensure the maintenance of adequate and auditable records for all funds.
• Attend state and local meetings as required by the position, in collaboration with district and building administration.
• Foster collaboration and effective communication between district and building administration in all financial and operational matters.
• Work closely and under the direction of the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent and Federal Programs director to enhance collaboration in supporting and budgeting for both state and federal grants, as well as managing grant claims effectively.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Verbal and written communication

Data processing / software use

Collaboration with board/admin

Budgeting

Labor relations / negotiations

Bond and levy familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Equivalent formal education considered

Job description

GRANGER SCHOOL DISTRICT #204 Central Office in Granger, Washington is seeking a seasoned Business Manager to oversee the district's business and fiscal operations, reporting to the Superintendent.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in business or accounting, strong knowledge of accounting principles, experience with budgets, grants, and financial reporting, and the ability to work effectively with the school board, administration and staff.