Job Description
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with the Chief Business Officer to develop and oversee the district's annual budget, ensuring alignment with educational priorities, revenue projections, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports and analyses for the superintendent, school board, and other stakeholders, providing insights into the district's financial performance and trends.
- Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decision-making and multiyear planning processes.
- Develop and recommend financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to the superintendent, school board, and district leadership, ensuring alignment with best practices, legal requirements, and industry standards.
- Develop and recommend financial policies and procedures to the school board, superintendent, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with best practices and legal requirements.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements, including tax filings, grant reporting, and financial disclosures.
- Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate fiscal services staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while providing leadership and mentorship to develop staff competencies and expertise.
Who you are : A collaborative leader who is forward-thinking and committed to supporting our students, staff, and families. You have outstanding analytical skills and are a problem-solver who follows through in implementing effective solutions with sound judgment. You are able to effectively motivate, coach, and lead diverse teams. You bring a customer-service focus, strong organizational skills, and a desire to continuously improve.
What you need for this position :
Resume and letter of introduction outlining your desire and qualifications for this positionTwo (2) letters of reference from prior supervisorsBenefits
What we offer : San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as 27 vacation days and 13 paid holidays for 12-month employees!