Job Details
| Region: | 3 |
| School District/Employer: | Victoria ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | , |
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| Job Title: | Chief Financial Officer |
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| Date Posted: | 8/17/2022 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Pay Grade: Administrative Business 8 Primary Purpose: Responsible for oversight of all financial and business affairs of the district. Provide leadership for the districts financial services activity to ensure legally sound and effective management practices. Direct and monitor the management and investment of all district funds and ensure they are adequately protected. Serve as chief financial advisor and budget advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees. Special Knowledge/Skills: Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics Knowledge of information/data processing systems and financial applications Ability to resolve conflict, listen, and appropriately respond to concerns Demonstrated leadership skills Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Major Responsibilities and Duties: Financial Management Ensure preparation and integrity of all district general accounting records and related financial reports using accepted standards for school accounting as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency. Develop short, mid and long-range objectives for districts business operations and prepare district budget. Monitor budget variances and oversee budget adjustments. Act as financial advisor to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees and keep them informed of the financial condition of the district. Maintain the districts investment portfolio. Supervise and coordinate the investment of all available funds to the best interest of the school district and ensure that these funds are adequately protected against loss at all times. Ensure that all financial obligations of the school district (accounts payable, notes payable, bonded indebtedness, and payroll) are met on a timely basis. Implement and maintain internal control procedures to ensure the safeguarding of assets and reliability of accounting data and to promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to prescribed procedures. Oversee the auditing program for all district funds and work cooperatively with the Districts independent and internal auditors in conducting periodic audits. Administer the business office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently. Provide leadership to achieve cost-effective practices throughout the District. Policies, Reports, and Law Review and recommend appropriate policies, administrative regulations, and administrative practices for the areas supervised. Implement the policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local Board policy in the areas assigned. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including preparing and evaluating monthly financial statements and related budget reports, preparing quarterly and final reports for all federal funds and grants, developing semi-annual financial information for submission of data to TEA, and preparing and publishing comprehensive annual financial report in compliance with Association of School Business Officer (ASBO) standards. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Personnel Management Select, train, evaluate, and supervise department staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Develop training options and improvement plans for department staff to enhance the effectiveness of department operations. Community Relations Demonstrate awareness of District and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Other Attend Board meetings and make presentations when appropriate and/or requested. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of District Accountants, Payroll Supervisor, and Department Secretary. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress *To meet the executive exemption test, the primary duty must be management and the employee must supervise at least two full-time employees. |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelors degree in business, accounting, or other related field; or related experience Special Knowledge/Skills: Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics Knowledge of information/data processing systems and financial applications Ability to resolve conflict, listen, and appropriately respond to concerns Demonstrated leadership skills Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: 5 years administrative or management experience 5 years experience with supervisory responsibility in the fields of finance or accounting |
| Salary Range: | $512.82 - $722.88 / Per Day 226 days |
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| How To Apply: | Apply at www.VISD.net. Click on Employment button on homepage. Job Contact Information: Name Randy Meyer Title Deputy Supt. Phone 361-788-9307 Email randall.meyer@visd.net |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Randall Meyer |
| Email: | randall.meyer@visd.net |
| Address: | P.O. Box 1759 |
| City: | Victoria |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77902-1759 |
| Phone: | (361) 333-8181 |
| Fax: | (361) 788-9643 |