26-27 Director of Finance / Controller at Norman Public Schools in Norman, OK

Job description

. Job Title: Director of Finance / Controller Credentials: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred. Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field required. Training or experience required: Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, auditing, or financial management, including experience with financial reporting, general ledger management, account reconciliations, and internal controls. Supervisory or financial leadership experience preferred, with a strong preference for experience in governmental accounting, public education finance, or fund accounting. Site: Administrative Services Center Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Contract: 240 days Salary Schedule: Support Off-Scale - commensurate with experience FLSA Classification: Exempt Essential Job Functions may include the following: 1. Accounting Operations and Financial Management Direct and oversee the district's accounting operations to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely recording of all financial transactions. Maintain oversight of the district's general ledger, including reviewing journal entries, account balances, financial transactions, and supporting documentation. Establish and maintain accounting procedures to ensure the consistent and accurate recording of district revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities. Oversee monthly and annual accounting close processes, ensuring all necessary transactions, reconciliations, and adjustments are completed accurately and within established deadlines. Ensure the timely reconciliation of district bank accounts, cash balances, receivables, payables, and other significant general ledger accounts. Review financial transactions and account balances to identify discrepancies, unusual activity, or potential errors and ensure timely resolution. Maintain appropriate financial documentation and supporting records in accordance with district policies and applicable record retention requirements. 2. Financial Reporting and Analysis Oversee the preparation and review of accurate, complete, and timely financial reports for the CFO, Superintendent, Board of Education, and other stakeholders. Prepare and review monthly financial statements, budget-to-actual comparisons, fund balance reports, and other financial analyses. Analyze financial activity, identify significant variances or emerging financial concerns, and communicate findings and recommendations to the CFO. Ensure financial reports accurately reflect the district's financial condition and comply with applicable accounting and reporting standards. Assist the CFO in preparing financial projections, revenue estimates, expenditure forecasts, and other analyses necessary for financial planning and decision-making. Develop and maintain financial reporting processes that improve the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of financial information. 3. Internal Controls and Financial Compliance Develop, implement, and monitor internal accounting controls designed to safeguard district assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, and promote compliance with applicable laws and policies. Regularly evaluate accounting procedures and financial processes to identify weaknesses, inefficiencies, and areas of potential risk. Ensure appropriate segregation of duties, authorization procedures, account reconciliations, and review processes are established and consistently followed. Conduct or coordinate internal reviews of district financial activities, including school activity funds and departmental accounting procedures. Monitor compliance with Oklahoma school finance laws, the Oklahoma Cost Accounting System (OCAS), applicable Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, and relevant federal regulations. Investigate financial discrepancies and control concerns, recommend corrective actions, and monitor their implementation. Develop and maintain writte