Education Finance Leader: Strategy, Oversight & Reporting

School District of Waukesha; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Waukesha seeks a Finance Manager to support the district and Business Office, ensuring proper procedures and timely financial reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely reporting, and strong customer service to schools, administrators, and the public.

The successful candidate will oversee accounting operations, manage the annual budget process, and coordinate external audits, while maintaining confidentiality and meeting DPI requirements.

Qualifications

• Mastery of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and GASB requirements.
• Understanding of Wisconsin Uniform Financial Accounting Requirements.
• Ability to develop and maintain financial reports and analyses.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documented accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee accounting department operations and structure.
• Manage outsourced functions and finance staff oversight.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Budgeting

Data analysis

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

DPI #08 Business Manager License (preferred)

CPA or CMA designations (preferred)

Job description

School District of Waukesha seeks a Finance Manager to support the district and Business Office, ensuring proper procedures and timely financial reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely reporting, and strong customer service to schools, administrators, and the public.

The successful candidate will oversee accounting operations, manage the annual budget process, and coordinate external audits, while maintaining confidentiality and meeting DPI requirements.