Finance Director

ReNEW Schools; LaGrange (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland School Corporation seeks a Finance Director to lead the district's financial department, serving as Treasurer and ensuring compliance with Indiana requirements while supporting educational goals.

The role emphasizes budgeting, capital planning, grants, and prudent cash management, with collaboration among senior leadership to optimize resources and financial strategy.

Qualifications

• Leadership in operational and budgetary fields.
• Knowledge of school accounting software or ability to learn.
• Familiarity with Indiana State Board of Accounts rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as Treasurer for the school corporation and oversee statutory duties.
• Provide sound fiscal management to support educational and financial goals.
• Advise on and implement business management practices for the district.
• Develop strategies to optimize resources while maintaining efficiency.
• Assist in budget preparation and attend budget meetings.

Skills

Leadership in operations

Budget management

School accounting software

Indiana SBOA rules

Education

Business degree

Job description

POSITION:

Finance Director

REPORTS TO:

Superintendent

SALARY RANGE:

$65,000 -$80,000 w/full benefits (salary will be based on experience)

CONTRACTED DAYS:

261 (includes 12 paid holidays)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Lakeland School Corporation is searching for a Finance Director, with five or more successful years in school business related fields, who can effectively plan, develop, and supervise the financial department of the district. The Finance Director will be an integral part of our leadership staff.The ideal candidate will have the knowledge base, skills, and personal attributes listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as the school corporation’s appointed Treasurer.
• Perform all mandatory functions as per statutory requirements set by the Indiana State Controller’s Office.
• Provide sound fiscal management practices for the school corporation to enhance achievement of its educational and financial goals.
• Advises, recommends, and implements sound business management practices for the school corporation and all its schools.
• Develop strategies for utilizing economies while maintaining efficient and effective use of school resources.
• Assist the Superintendent in preparation of the school budget assuring all statutory requirements for proposing, adopting and publishing a budget are accomplished.
• Attend all budget meetings with the Superintendent.
• Manage curriculum, school lunch, and all other non-property tax funds in an efficient and effective manner to enhance the Corporation’s educational goals.
• Establish and maintain a system to manage all requisitions and purchase orders that meets or exceeds all state guidelines.
• Guide the expenditure of funds to achieve the maximum educational returns.
• Develop an active three-year capital projects plan to support the educational vision of the corporation.
• Investment of funds to best serve the cash flow needs of the corporation.
• Manage the property and auto insurance programs.
• Work with the Maintenance Director and Athletic Director to coordinate facility needs and matters.
• Work with the Food Service Director and Transportation Director on financial matters.
• Supervise the corporation’s Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk.
• Responsible for monitoring and auditing the extra-curricular accounts in all three school buildings.
• Participate in both the discussion and negotiations processes with Lakeland Education Association.
• Assist with all grant applications including but not limited to Federal Title Funds.
• Assure the assets records of the corporation are current and compliant to state required standards.
• Maintain a good standing in state and local professional organizations.
• Will complete the required training to be a Chief Business Officer with Indiana Association of School Business Officials.
• Protects confidentiality of records and information about staff and students, and use discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines.
• Perform all other duties assigned or delegated by the Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge Base in following areas:

• Leadership in operational and budgetary fields
• School accounting software (or ability to learn software)
• Indiana State Board of Accounts rules and regulations

Needed:

• Time management and organization
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Detail oriented

Personal Attributes Needed:

• Patience, enthusiasm, and energy
• Team spirit – administrative team, school staff, greater community
• Self-motivator
• High standards of personal conduct

EDUCATION:

Business Degree preferred or equivalent experience in the field

EXPERIENCE:

Management and budgeting experience

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties request by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Corporation.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.