Strategic School Finance Leader

PowerSchool; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

VRS membership

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools seeks a Central Office Administrator to lead finance and school business operations, including accounting, payroll, grants, and fiscal compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business Admin with Accounting concentration and at least five years in public school finance; MBA/CPA/CMA preferred. The position oversees audits, contracts, and financial reporting for funds, with GAAP compliance and internal control responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have bachelor's degree in Business Administration with accounting concentration and five years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
• Master's degree (MBA) and CPA/CMA credentials are preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for development and maintenance of financial systems and internal controls.
• Prepare, review, and present periodic financial statements and analyses for stakeholders.
• Monitor major revenue sources and ensure proper recording and reconciliation.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, and contract compliance.
• Coordinate annual independent audits and respond to audit findings.
• Provide financial guidance to schools and departments.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Financial management systems

Spreadsheet proficiency

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with accounting concentration

MBA (preferred)

CPA or CMA (preferred)

Job description

Virginia Beach City Public Schools seeks a Central Office Administrator to lead finance and school business operations, including accounting, payroll, grants, and fiscal compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business Admin with Accounting concentration and at least five years in public school finance; MBA/CPA/CMA preferred. The position oversees audits, contracts, and financial reporting for funds, with GAAP compliance and internal control responsibilities.