Assistant Director of Finance

The job of Assistant Director of Finance is to assist the Director of Finance (Assistant Business Administrator) in providing leadership, operation and management of all budget, accounting, payroll and business office operations. Provides assistance to the Director of Finance as directed, maintaining the general ledger, preparation of the annual budget and financial statements, preparing financial reports, analysis, and enrollment projections. Implements year‑end processes to close and open new budget years, providing consistency in data and reporting requirements.

Responsible for assisting schools and departments in maintaining accurate account balances; making efficient use of financial resources and providing required financial information; providing guidance and recommendations to school site personnel in managing their financial operations; collaborating with state regulatory agencies and providing reports and recommendations to the administration. This position is a member of the Business Services leadership team and works collaboratively with the administrative team and other team members to support schools and student learning.

This job reports to the Director of Finance for Aspen Peaks School District.

• Assists the Director of Finance in the supervision of the finance and payroll teams for the purpose of providing services within established time frames and in compliance with related requirements.
• Assists in preparation of federal, state, and local financial reports for the purpose of ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and district requirements.
• Assists in tracking categorical program funds for the purpose of ensuring program operations within the budget and in accordance with fiscal practices.
• Assists in year-end closing, retirement and Social Security programs for the purpose of ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and District requirements.
• Assists in verifying teacher assignments and coding of expenses for the purpose of ensuring allocations are accurate and fiscal practices are followed.
• Prepares reports and related documents (e.g. audit reports, year-end state reports, annual comprehensive financial report, secondary schools quarterly sales tax return, etc.) for the purpose of documenting audit activities and findings; conveying information to District Audit Committee; maintaining compliance with state reporting requirements.
• Provides financial accounting and budget support for schools and department programs for the purpose of providing information and general support.
• Responsible for property taxation, analysis and recommendations for the purpose of ensuring program operations are within budget and in accordance with fiscal practices.
• Works closely with the Business Administrator and the Business team Directors to ensure financial goals and objectives are achieved for the purpose of maintaining services and programs.

Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring efficient operations.

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Bachelor's degree in job-related area. Master's Degree in a business-related field is preferred. CPA optional.