Director of Business and Support Services

Director of Business and Support Services

The Director of Business and Support Services serves as the district's chief financial and operational officer and a key member of the Superintendent's leadership team. The position is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the district's financial affairs and operational support services to ensure fiscal integrity, efficient operations, and alignment with district strategic priorities. The Director provides leadership and oversight for the district's financial operations, budget development, accounting systems, purchasing, facilities and maintenance, transportation, technology services, food services, capital projects, and risk management.

The position advises the Superintendent and Board of Education on financial strategy, resource allocation, and long-term planning to support student achievement and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, or related field
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in: school business administration public sector finance governmental accounting district operations management
• Demonstrated experience in budget development and financial management
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO) certification or eligibility
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar professional credential
• Experience with Michigan public school finance systems and reporting
• Experience managing bond programs or capital projects
• Experience supervising multiple operational departments

Required Knowledge and

Skills:

• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and school finance practices
• Understanding of Michigan State School Aid funding structure
• Strong financial analysis and forecasting ability
• Leadership and personnel management skills
• Strategic planning and organizational management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management and Budget Administration
• Direct and oversee all district financial operations including accounting, payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, investments, and financial reporting.
• Lead the development and administration of the district's annual operating budget in collaboration with the Superintendent and district leadership.
• Prepare long-range financial forecasts and multi-year financial projections.
• Monitor revenues, expenditures, fund balances, and cash flow to maintain fiscal stability.
• Ensure compliance with Michigan Public Act 621 Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act.
• Develop and maintain financial internal controls to safeguard district assets.
• Prepare and present monthly and annual financial reports to the Superintendent and Board of Education.
• Coordinate and oversee the annual independent financial audit and ensure implementation of recommendations.
• Oversee district investment practices in compliance with Michigan Public Act 20.
• Manage district banking relationships and financial systems.
• Michigan School Finance and Compliance
• Ensure accurate reporting of district financial data to the Michigan Department of Education (MDE).
• Oversee reporting through state systems including: CEPI (Center for Educational Performance and Information) MEGS+ (Michigan Electronic Grants System) SIGMA financial reporting FID / State Aid financial reporting Nex Sys
• Monitor and manage Michigan State School Aid revenue and categorical funding.
• Ensure compliance with federal grant requirements including ESSA and other federal programs.
• Oversee compliance with pupil accounting financial implications in coordination with district pupil accounting staff.
• Capital Projects, Bonds, and Sinking Funds
• Provide financial leadership for district bond programs, capital improvement projects, and facility planning.
• Manage the financial oversight and reporting for bond construction programs.
• Oversee the administration and compliance of sinking fund revenues and expenditures.
• Coordinate financial reporting related to bond and capital project…