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Lunenburg Public Schools
Director of Finance and Operations
Job Description
Director of Finance and Operations Lunenburg Public Schools - 3.7 Lunenburg, MA Job Details Full-time $160,000 - $165,000 a year 8 hours ago Qualifications Improving financial compliance protocols Business financial process improvement Overseeing educational financial management Financial forecasting Supplier performance analysis Financial close processing Operational analysis Staff supervision Preparation of internal financial performance reports Strategic management Internal controls Financial model construction Overseeing educational regulatory compliance Strategic planning in education Leading financial planning Purchase order management External financial audit coordination Performance management Accurate transaction records management Team development Contract management experience in education Financial records management Technology management Financial risk management Decision making Team training Budget restrictions for grants Compliance reporting for grants Compliance documentation Vendor performance improvement Full Job Description Position OverviewLunenburg Public Schools seeks an experienced, highly skilled Director of Finance and Operations to provide strategic leadership and effective management of the Districts financial and operational functions. The Director serves as a key member of the Superintendents leadership team and works closely with school and municipal officials to ensure that District resources are managed transparently, responsibly, and in support of student learning.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with sound judgment, integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial and operational information clearly to a range of audiences. This position requires a collaborative leader who can establish effective systems, strengthen internal controls, anticipate challenges, and help the District make thoughtful and sustainable decisions.
Essential ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership and Budget ManagementLead the development, presentation, administration, and monitoring of the Districts annual operating and capital budgets.
Provide the Superintendent and School Committee with timely, accurate financial reports, projections, analyses, and recommendations.
Develop multi-year financial forecasts and expenditure models to support strategic planning and responsible decision-making.
Monitor salaries, benefits, special education costs, grants, revolving accounts, student activity accounts, and other District funding sources.
Conduct regular variance analyses and clearly explain material differences between budgeted and actual revenues and expenditures.
Oversee year-end closing activities, purchase orders, encumbrances, and reconciliation of District financial records.
Maintain effective internal controls and ensure appropriate authorization, documentation, and segregation of financial responsibilities.
Identify financial risks, emerging cost pressures, and opportunities to improve efficiency and sustainability.
Coordinate the preparation of financial materials for School Committee meetings, Town Meeting, audits, collective bargaining, and other public processes.
Accounting, Compliance, and ReportingEnsure compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements, municipal finance procedures, School Committee policies, grant requirements, and generally accepted accounting practices.
Oversee state and federal financial reporting, including the End-of-Year Report and other required submissions.
Manage the fiscal administration of grants, revolving funds, circuit breaker reimbursements, special education accounts, and student activity funds.
Support the Districts annual audit and respond promptly to audit findings and recommendations.
Develop, document, implement, and regularly review financial procedures and business-office practices.
Maintain accurate, accessible, and auditable financial records.
Coordinate with the Town finance office to reconcile school and municipal financial records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Operational LeadershipProvide strategic oversight of District operations, which may include facilities, transportation, food services, procurement, technology-related budgeting, risk management, and other assigned functions.
Develop long-range operational and capital plans aligned with the Districts educational priorities.
Oversee procurement and contracting processes in accordance with applicable Massachusetts requirements.
Monitor vendor performance and ensure that contracts provide appropriate service, accountability, and value.
Collaborate with the Director of Facilities and school leaders regarding building operations, maintenance priorities, safety needs, and capital planning.
Support emergency planning, continuity of operations, insurance administration, and risk-reduction efforts.
Evaluate operational systems and recommend improvements that increase effectiveness, transparency, and service to schools.
Personnel and LeadershipSupervise, support, and evaluate assigned business and operational personnel.
Establish clear expectations, workflows, timelines, and accountability measures within areas of responsibility.
Work collaboratively with principals, administrators, and department leaders to develop budgets and manage resources.
Provide training and guidance to staff regarding purchasing, budgeting, financial procedures, and internal controls.
Support collective bargaining by preparing financial analyses, costing proposals, and other relevant information.
Promote a business office culture characterized by accuracy, responsiveness, professionalism, collaboration, and service.
Serve as a trusted financial and operational advisor to the Superintendent.
Communication and CollaborationPresent financial and operational information clearly and objectively at public meetings.
Translate complex financial information into understandable language for educators, families, municipal officials, and community members.
Maintain productive working relationships with the School Committee, Town Manager, Finance Committee, Town finance staff, auditors, vendors, employee groups, and state agencies.
Respond professionally and promptly to requests for financial information and public records.
Support transparent public communication regarding the Districts financial position, priorities, and operational needs.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with sound judgment, integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial and operational information clearly to a range of audiences. This position requires a collaborative leader who can establish effective systems, strengthen internal controls, anticipate challenges, and help the District make thoughtful and sustainable decisions.
Essential ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership and Budget ManagementLead the development, presentation, administration, and monitoring of the Districts annual operating and capital budgets.
Provide the Superintendent and School Committee with timely, accurate financial reports, projections, analyses, and recommendations.
Develop multi-year financial forecasts and expenditure models to support strategic planning and responsible decision-making.
Monitor salaries, benefits, special education costs, grants, revolving accounts, student activity accounts, and other District funding sources.
Conduct regular variance analyses and clearly explain material differences between budgeted and actual revenues and expenditures.
Oversee year-end closing activities, purchase orders, encumbrances, and reconciliation of District financial records.
Maintain effective internal controls and ensure appropriate authorization, documentation, and segregation of financial responsibilities.
Identify financial risks, emerging cost pressures, and opportunities to improve efficiency and sustainability.
Coordinate the preparation of financial materials for School Committee meetings, Town Meeting, audits, collective bargaining, and other public processes.
Accounting, Compliance, and ReportingEnsure compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements, municipal finance procedures, School Committee policies, grant requirements, and generally accepted accounting practices.
Oversee state and federal financial reporting, including the End-of-Year Report and other required submissions.
Manage the fiscal administration of grants, revolving funds, circuit breaker reimbursements, special education accounts, and student activity funds.
Support the Districts annual audit and respond promptly to audit findings and recommendations.
Develop, document, implement, and regularly review financial procedures and business-office practices.
Maintain accurate, accessible, and auditable financial records.
Coordinate with the Town finance office to reconcile school and municipal financial records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Operational LeadershipProvide strategic oversight of District operations, which may include facilities, transportation, food services, procurement, technology-related budgeting, risk management, and other assigned functions.
Develop long-range operational and capital plans aligned with the Districts educational priorities.
Oversee procurement and contracting processes in accordance with applicable Massachusetts requirements.
Monitor vendor performance and ensure that contracts provide appropriate service, accountability, and value.
Collaborate with the Director of Facilities and school leaders regarding building operations, maintenance priorities, safety needs, and capital planning.
Support emergency planning, continuity of operations, insurance administration, and risk-reduction efforts.
Evaluate operational systems and recommend improvements that increase effectiveness, transparency, and service to schools.
Personnel and LeadershipSupervise, support, and evaluate assigned business and operational personnel.
Establish clear expectations, workflows, timelines, and accountability measures within areas of responsibility.
Work collaboratively with principals, administrators, and department leaders to develop budgets and manage resources.
Provide training and guidance to staff regarding purchasing, budgeting, financial procedures, and internal controls.
Support collective bargaining by preparing financial analyses, costing proposals, and other relevant information.
Promote a business office culture characterized by accuracy, responsiveness, professionalism, collaboration, and service.
Serve as a trusted financial and operational advisor to the Superintendent.
Communication and CollaborationPresent financial and operational information clearly and objectively at public meetings.
Translate complex financial information into understandable language for educators, families, municipal officials, and community members.
Maintain productive working relationships with the School Committee, Town Manager, Finance Committee, Town finance staff, auditors, vendors, employee groups, and state agencies.
Respond professionally and promptly to requests for financial information and public records.
Support transparent public communication regarding the Districts financial position, priorities, and operational needs.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance