Qualifications:

Hold a Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, economics, or finance or related field, or demonstrated equivalent experience. Five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in and/or familiarity with school finance. Knowledge of finance and budgeting principles. Strong leadership and communication skills. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community. Able to express herself/himself clearly and concisely in both oral and written communications. Able to perform duties with an awareness of all District requirements and Board policies. Able to handle stressful situations. Able to effectively manage time and responsibilities.

Reports To:

District Superintendent Job Goal:

The Business Manager shall serve as the chief financial officer of the District under the direction of the District Superintendent. The Business Manager shall be responsible for the District's business and financial functions, purchasing programs and procurement programs, and other duties as may be assigned by the District Superintendent or the Board of Trustees.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure that the accounting procedures within the school system meet all federal, state and local requirements. Develop all District financial reporting, including but not limited to monthly Board financial reports, budget reports to administrators and department managers, and annual financial reports required by the state of Idaho. Oversee the collection of all revenues, monitor the cash flow of all District funds, and invest excess funds in accordance with Board policy and state statues. In collaboration with the District Superintendent, develop, implement, and oversee the annual school district budget. Ensure that all student activity accounts operate in accordance with Board Policy and proper accounting procedures. Oversee a payroll system meeting all federal, state, and local requirements. Maintain a purchasing system that makes optimum use of District resources and updates the purchase order system with current encumbrances. Maintain a risk management program of the District including recommending and securing proper levels of insurance coverage, maintenance of policies, inventory and appraisal documents. Supervise the transportation program including, but not limited to, negotiating transportation contracts and filing appropriate state reports. Oversee the preparation of the Idaho System for Educational Excellence (ISEE) report for the district to state records. Assist with the negotiation of labor contracts for both the teacher and support staff, and assist in the implementation of the labor contracts. Oversee the collecting and reporting of school enrollment and attendance data as required by state and federal regulations and board policy. These duties include reviewing the quarterly enrollment reports, summer school, tuition, and open enrollment counts and accompanying processes. Assure that all financial, enrollment, food service, and state/federal grant audits are conducted as required by state and federal regulations. Implement new accounting procedures promulgated by state and federal agencies. Supervise the preparation of bids and bid specifications and receive and open bids; tabulate results and prepare written recommendations as appropriate. Develop training options and/or improve plans to ensure exemplary business operations. Recruit, train and supervise personnel and make sound recommendations. Prepare and publish all legal notifications of the district. Prepare and execute all election materials and related activities. Attend and participate in all board meetings. Acts as custodian of all records and historical documents of the district, including but not limited to personnel files, student records, financial records and property records. Maintains confidentiality regarding personnel and student information. Communicates with governmental agencies, labor organizations, and PERSI to provide information. Any other duties as assigned by the District Superintendent or the Board of Trustees. This list of responsibilities is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by the position.

Terms of Employment:

At will twelve-month position. 5-day work week. Salary based on education and experience with full benefits.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy of Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Additional Information:

The State of Idaho has a strong network of finance directors and business managers who belong to "IASBO", or the Idaho Association of School Business Officials. IASBO offers monthly training sessions, which provide the finance directors with an opportunity to see what needs to be done that month, and foresee what will be coming. IASBO offers two in-person training events vital to this position. Interested Applicants may apply utilizing the Classified Application. Certified Application Certified Application is for those applying for Teaching positions; that have or will have an endorsement or equivalent from the Idaho State Board of Education Classified Application Classified Application is for those applying NON-Teaching positions; positions that you DO NOT need an endorsement from the

State Board of Education Questions:

American Falls School District Office Contact:

Nikki Funk 208-226-5173 ext. 103 email: nikkif@sd381.k12.id.us American Falls School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer Our Values American Falls serves... to care for our students, ensure their learning, and celebrate their graduation as citizens prepared to transform their dreams into realities. American Falls celebrates the success of students, teachers and our community. We believe in working together to make American Falls the best place to live and raise a family. American Falls is committed to the development of "Highly Effective" Teachers. We believe in teacher support because when a teacher is employed with us we want them to be successful!