| Region(s): South West | |
| Function(s): Administration, Finance | |
| Industry(s): Education | |
| Posted: 8/2/2010 |
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| Director of Finance | |
| Taos Municipal Schools | |
| Taos, New Mexico | |
| JOB TITLE: Director of Finance DEPARTMENT: Administration CLASSIFICATION: Administrative NUMBER OF WORKING DAYS: 229 SUMMARY: The Director of Finance shall be responsible for all fiscal and business matters pertinent to the school district. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the total fiscal and business management of the school district Responsible to ensure that the Manual of Procedures for Uniform Accounting and Budgeting for New Mexico School Districts, as issued by Public School Accounting and Budgeting is adhered to Supervisor of all bookkeepers in the business office and all payroll department Supervises the processing of all payrolls and related reports Responsible for all school district purchasing and ensuring all contracting policies and procedures are adhered to Attend all school board meetings and any other meetings or activities requested by the Superintendent Responsible for the preparation of the annual school budget and chair the budget committee as assigned by the Superintendent Keep the Superintendent apprised of all fiscal matters pertaining to the School District and advise as to new or innovative methods and/or procedures that may come by from time to time Provide leadership in developing improvements in the financial management of the school system, including budget methods, format, presentation and internal audit Responsible for the operation and management of the Accounting Software, to include security measures within the software Shall be a member of the management negotiating team for the Collective Bargaining Agreement with T-FUSE, the bargaining agent Responsible for all of the risk and benefit insurance programs of the district Responsible for implementing a sound investment program and appropriate cost controls for all funds of the district Responsible for all fixed assets and related inventory controls Supervise and coordinate the year-end audit with the Independent Public Auditor Responsible for accounting and budgeting of all Capital Projects Funds and General Obligation Bonds (Debt Service Fund) for the district Shall work 229 days at 7.5 hours daily Shall be entitles to all fringe benefits as accrued by all eleven month employees Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Superintendent SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises all staff in the business office to include the receptionist Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws Responsibilities include interviewing, recommending and training business office employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES REQUIRED: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Computer mainframe and spreadsheet experience. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Preferred Masters Degree or CPA licensure with 3 years experience in School Finance and experience with school based/program based budgeting or similar experience in the industry; Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a Finance Related Field(s) or demonstrated experience in school business management; Must have strong public relations and communication skills; CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: School Business Officials License from the New Mexico Public Education Department or have the ability to acquire the license upon hire LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators and the general public MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully6 perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform in the essential functions. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment No or very limited physical effort required No or very limited exposure to physical risk The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Position Type: Full-time Positions Available: 1 Equal Opportunity Employer Taos Municipal Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Job Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) BA Degree in Accounting Demonstrated Experience in School Business Management Must Have Strong Public Relations and Communication Skills Must Possess School Business Officials License from New Mexico Public Education Department or Eligible to Obtain within 90 Days of Employment SALARY: Negotiable APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit complete formal application, letter of interest, resume, three (3) professional letters of reference and include a statement of any public school experience Submit TO: Angelica Vigil, Human Resources Director Taos Municipal Schools 213 Paseo del Canon Taos, New Mexico 87571 For questions please call 575-758-5209. An application can be dowloaded from www.taosschools.org At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred Certification Program degree preferred Application Deadline: October 21, 2010 Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required |
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| Angelica Vigil | |
| Human Resources Director | |
| Taos Municipal Schools | |
| 213 Paseo del Canon | |
| Taos, NM 87571 | |
| Phone: 575-758-5209 | |
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