Finance Director, Public Schools — Budget & Compliance

Rochester Public Schools; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 165,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Public Schools is seeking an Executive Director of Finance to lead district-wide financial accounting, payroll and benefits operations, and purchasing programs. This role will supervise multiple managers and staff, oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, and drive strategic financial initiatives for the School Board and Superintendent.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business or accounting and at least five years of progressive financial leadership experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or similar required.
• Five years of progressive financial leadership experience including supervision of various finance roles.
• Advanced computer skills including experience with Google, Microsoft, and accounting software products.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of federal and Minnesota statutes affecting local government entities, especially public school districts.
• Provides financial leadership in short- and long-range planning and budgeting.
• Directs accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, payroll, benefits, purchasing, and central printing operations.
• Supervises finance staff and reviews spending requests and contracts within authority.
• Coordinates budget development and long-range financial scenarios.

Skills

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Rochester Public Schools is seeking an Executive Director of Finance to lead district-wide financial accounting, payroll and benefits operations, and purchasing programs. This role will supervise multiple managers and staff, oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, and drive strategic financial initiatives for the School Board and Superintendent.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business or accounting and at least five years of progressive financial leadership experience, with