Regional Financial Consultant (Principal Consultant #1873)

Illinois State Board of Education; Illinois; On-site; USD 62,449 - 78,917; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois State Board of Education is seeking a professional to provide specialized consultative services in school finance and business services focused on the Central Illinois area.

Key responsibilities include conducting outreach, assisting in training development, and analyzing financial data for school districts. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in accounting or school management.

Office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a salary range between $62,449 and $78,917.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• At least two years of professional experience in K-12 school district accounting, auditing, or school business management.
• Demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and provide technical assistance to various educational entities.
• Serve as primary contact on financial matters related to cost analysis and budget development.
• Conduct financial and trend analysis of school districts.

Skills

Accounting and financial management

Communication skills

Knowledge of school business financial practices

Problem-solving techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Database applications

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Location: Home

Union: IFSOE

Department: School Business Services

Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $62,449 - $78,917

Full Salary Range: $62,449 - $106,278

Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Reporting to the Supervisor, provides specialized consultative services in the primary areas of school finance and business services. This position will serve the Central Illinois area.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts outreach and provides technical assistance to Regional Offices of Education, district personnel, financial oversight panels, other administrative entities, and Agency staff using a variety of indicators (e.g. annual financial report data, budget data, financial profile information, etc.)
• Serves as primary contact on financial matters related to cost analysis, business management, general facilities information (e.g. maintenance and capital issues), and budget development, including all aspects of revenues, short and long-term debt, expenditures, and financial reporting.
• Conducts financial and trend analysis of school districts and other administrative entities, particularly financially distressed districts, to track their fiscal solvency and compliance with rules, regulations and generally accepted accounting procedures.
• Assists in the on-going development, implementation, and assessment of training / professional development to assist Regional Offices of Education, school district personnel, and other administrative entities improve their financial management practices.
• Recommends the development of broad, state-wide financial management and fiscal policies and procedures.
• Makes recommendations for technological systems development at the department level.
• Functions as a team member and/or team leader for diverse agency, center, and department teams.
• Coordinates fiscal, staffing and material resources to complete assigned projects.
• Coordinates efforts with interdisciplinary team members for the completion of assigned projects for departmental activities.
• Monitors projects and activities of team members.
• Assists so that projects are on schedule and completed with assigned timelines.
• Collects and analyzes data and compiles reports for review, executive approval, and implementation.
• Applies technical expertise in areas of accounting and financial management to research, develop and implement project assignments.
• Assists in the development of departmental information systems and the gathering of department planning data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• At least two years of professional experience in K-12 school district accounting, auditing, or school business management.
• Demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, and financial management.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of school business financial practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and financial management practices and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance, or a Master's degree in Educational Leadership or a related field. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
• Experience in auditing school districts or experience as superintendent or CSBO/business manager for a school district.
• Skilled in database and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of resources allocation and project coordination involving interdisciplinary teams and local school districts.
• Ability to quickly adapt to a variety of information systems.
• Ability to define problems and apply problem-solving techniques to complex issues.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ISBE provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We actively foster a culture of inclusion and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Educational Equity Commitment Statement

Illinois has an urgent and collective responsibility to achieve educational equity by ensuring that all policies, programs, and practices affirm the strengths that each and every child brings within their diverse backgrounds and life experiences, and by delivering the comprehensive supports, programs, and educational opportunities they need to succeed.