DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL FINANCE

DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL FINANCE

Esc Region 6 Region 6 Education Service Center - Huntsville, Texas This job is also posted in Region 6 ESC Job Details

Job ID:

5706794

Application Deadline:

May 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Department:

Business Services

Job Title:

Director of School Finance

Job Goal:

To oversee accurate financial reporting, and auditing processes while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and promoting transparency across all financial activities for ESC districts. Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field Extensive

ASCENDER

business data management software knowledge Five or more years of experience in school finance

Preferred:

Knowledge of other school district Enterprise Resource Plannings (ERP) software Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred Supervisory and leadership experience preferred Master's degree preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong knowledge of school finance and budgeting Thorough understanding of the Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG) and Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) Understanding of public purchasing laws and regulations Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to interpret financial data and prepare reports Strong leadership and communication abilities Key Responsibilities Oversee all School Business operations for accuracy and compliance Monitor and assist with district bank reconciliations, budgets, finance, and payroll Conduct frequent audits of Business Service records and data for accuracy and compliance Assist district stakeholders understand and interpret data provided Serve as a point of contact for districts on school finance matters Assist in updates to policies and procedures which ensure member districts are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local District rules and regulations Responsible for ensuring deadlines of School Business staff are met Prepare timely reports to districts Train and ensure all School Business staff are up to date on state and federal guidelines Provide timely

ASCENDER

Business training to district and ESC personnel Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

School Business Staff Equipment used: Computer and applied software Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Working Environment:

Work on multiple tasks with frequent interruptions Prolong sitting; occasional lifting, bending/stopping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Frequent region-wide and occasional statewide travel May work prolonger or irregular hours Work with frequent interruptions Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required