School District Finance Lead — Budget & Payroll

Marblehead Public Schools; Marblehead (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Marblehead Public Schools seeks an Assistant Finance Director to oversee the district’s financial operations, including budget, financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, and purchasing.

The role supervises the Payroll and Benefits Coordinator and AP/Purchasing Specialist, guiding staff in finance-related tasks and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. A strong candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree; MA DESE licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and budgeting knowledge essential.
• Experience with payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and purchasing.
• Ability to lead finance staff and support district operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily district financial functions including budget, reporting, payroll, AP/AR, and purchasing.
• Provide guidance to Payroll and Benefits Coordinator and AP/Purchasing Specialist.
• Coordinate budget development, produce regular budget reports, and monitor revenues.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

MA DESE licensure as School Business Administrator

Tools

MUNIS

Job description

Marblehead Public Schools seeks an Assistant Finance Director to oversee the district’s financial operations, including budget, financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, and purchasing.

The role supervises the Payroll and Benefits Coordinator and AP/Purchasing Specialist, guiding staff in finance-related tasks and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. A strong candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree; MA DESE licensure is preferred.