Building: Administrative Office
Reports to: Superintendent
Term of Employment: 12-month contract
Salary: Based on experience and level of education
Benefits: Administrative benefit package
District Overview: East Jordan Public Schools is located in Charlevoix and Antrim Counties and serves approximately 760 students in one elementary school and one middle/high school. East Jordan Public Schools has gorgeous top-notch facilities, is located near beautiful Lake Charlevoix, and has a warm and welcoming staff and administration willing to support you – there is no finer place to work!
Position Summary: Direct and administer finance and business services including, but not limited to, financial planning, budgeting, general accounting, financial reporting, payroll, cash management, manage employee benefits and district insurance claims. Assure the smooth, efficient, and accurate operation of the office so that the office's maximum positive impact on the educational system can be realized as an effective part of the educational process.
Essential Functions:
Manage all accounting functions including accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, grant accounting, district revenues, bond finances, and general accounting operations
Develop, in collaboration with the Superintendent, the current operational and projected long-range budgets necessary to meet the educational needs of the district
Maintain and report long and short term cash flow activities to the Superintendent
Ensure proper and adequate records are maintained so that all district funds are properly safeguarded, all property is accounted for, and accurate financial reports are available to the Superintendent and Board of Education
Supervise activity fund accounts which include execution of procedures to ensure proper receipts for monies received, the issuance of checks upon preparation of authorization, preparation of monthly reports of fund balances and annual reconciliation of each fund account
Conducts year-end audit and state reporting (FID) and all business related reports required for state and federal purposes
Provides leadership and oversight for the annual financial audit of the district
Responsible for administration of employee insurance plans
Manage the reporting of workers’ compensation claims and unemployment claims
Manages the district’s insurance programs; including property & casualty, liability, workers’ compensation and unemployment
Manage District’s budget development and process for Federal and State grant.
Monitor Local, State, and Federal grants to ensure funds are being spent within the guidelines of the grant contract
Assists with labor contract negotiations at the direction of the superintendent and provides necessary and pertinent financial data to the district negotiating team(s)
Attends and provides financial reports at regular or special board meetings, board work sessions, and board committee meetings
Responsible for supervision of Business Office personnel
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job duty
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business Administration
Possess, qualify and/or willingness to obtain the Michigan School Business Officials Chief Financial Officer Certification
Minimum of two to three (2-3) years practical work in fund accounting or school/government audits
Supervisory experience preferred
Experience with software and operations of computerized financial accounting systems
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Possess a high level of integrity, dependability and strong data analysis skills
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to review and interpret financial data
Strong accounting, payroll and bookkeeping skills
Ability to prepare financial statements and financial reports
Excellent communication (oral, written and listening) and interpersonal relations skill to maintain an effective working relationship with board members, administrators, teachers, support staff and community members and/or legal professionals.
Internal Candidates:
Interested candidates for this position may apply by sending a letter of interest and resume to Enos Bacon at P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or anachazel@ejps.org
External Candidates:
Interested candidates for this position may apply by sending a letter of interest and resume to Enos Bacon at P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or anachazel@ejps.org
Application Deadline: August 2, 2024 or Until Filled