Senior Manager-Finance
- 202782AB
Clover Park School District
Financial Services
- Lakewood, Washington This job is also posted in Clover Park School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5779775
Application Deadline:
Jun 26, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Annual Salary Range:
$160,683
Year:
260
Office Hours:
7:30am
IDENTIFYING INFORMATION
Job Title:
Classification Level:
Senior Manager-Finance
Non-Barg-F
Reports to:
Working Title
Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
Under the direction of the Director of Financial Services, ensure the efficient and effective operation of the District's accounting, treasury, purchasing, and financial reporting functions. This position leads day-to-day accounting, supports budget development and multi-year forecasting, oversees cash management and investment activities, ensures compliant procurement and public works processes, coordinates annual audits and state reporting, and serves as acting Director in their absence. This role directly supervises Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Purchasing Departments as well as other assigned financial staff, and builds strong, service-oriented partnerships with schools, programs, and central departments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Safeguard the District's overall financial integrity and internal control framework; maintain accurate general ledger, cash receipting, accounts payable/receivable, fixed asset, and grant accounting across all funds.
Lead monthly and year-end closings; prepare/review journals and reconciliations; ensure timely, accurate OSPI reporting including F-196 annual financial statements and monthly budget status reports; support F-195 budget development and publication.
Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and investment activities; coordinate reconciliations with the County Treasurer and ensure safeguarding of public funds.
Coordinate and support external audits and examinations (State Auditor's Office and federal as applicable); respond to requests; implement corrective actions and continuous improvements.
Oversee district purchasing operations, competitive quotes/bids/RFPs, and contract awards in accordance with Washington bid law, Title 39 RCW public works requirements, and federal procurement standards when applicable.
Develop, document, and maintain finance procedures and standardized work for accounting, treasury, purchasing, and financial reporting; deliver training and guidance to school and department staff.
Support budget development, forecasting, and long-range financial planning; analyze enrollment, revenues/expenditures, and fund balance; prepare financial information for Council and the Board.
Produce clear, audience-appropriate financial reports, dashboards, and presentations; explain variances and recommend corrective actions to ensure fiscal sustainability.
Provide oversight of payroll accounting interfaces, GL integration, and reconciliations; ensure accurate
W-2/1099
reporting and retirement (PERS/SERS/TRS) transmittals in partnership with HR and Payroll.
Support and maintain the district ERP/financial systems; champion process improvements, reporting automation, and user training; ensure strong segregation of duties and audit trails.
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff; foster a collaborative, inclusive, and customer-service culture that supports schools and programs.
Represent Financial Services on cross-functional teams and in community/Board settings; serve as acting Director in the Director's absence.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Teaching and Learning and DoDEA grant program manager.
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented, as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with its scope and intent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience Master's degree in business administration, finance, or closely related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, treasury or fiscal management, including supervisory experience. OR
Baccalaureate degree in business administration, finance or closely related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, treasury or fiscal management, including two (2) years of supervisory experience, OR
. Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or closely related field AND six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, treasury or fiscal management, including two (2) years of supervisory experience
Equivalent combinations of education, training, or experience will be reviewed for comparability.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Governmental/fund accounting principles; ability to prepare, analyze, and present complex financial statements and reconciliations.
Proficiency with ERP/financial systems (e.g., Skyward Qmlativ) and advanced Excel/reporting tools; demonstrated process improvement mindset.
Leadership, communication, and training skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, problem solve and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to remain flexible and work effectively under pressure.
Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to write appropriately for multiple audiences and purposes. Skill in public speaking and making presentations.
Ability to be flexible and open to new ideas, to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously, to work effectively under pressure, maintain a high level of productivity, and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to adhere to Clover Park School District policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
Excellent ability to work with a diverse group of people from different viewpoints and backgrounds. Able to handle conflict and resolve differences with calm reason and creative thinking
Knowledge of general office procedures and procedure development.
Knowledge of bargaining unit contracts.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. Certification and Licenses
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance.
Must be able to obtain access to Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
Desirable Qualifications
Master's degree in finance.
Working knowledge of OSPI accounting/reporting (F-195, F-196, F-198) and SAO audit practices; ability to interpret and apply GASB guidance.
Procurement expertise: WA school district bid thresholds, small works roster, public works, and prevailing wage; familiarity with 2 CFR 200 federal procurement standards.[MY3.1]
Experience leading ERP implementations or major finance system/reporting projects.
Experience in Washington K-12 school finance (OSPI/ESD processes, SAO audits, GASB 87/96/101 implementation).
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment with frequent deadlines; occasional travel to various school and community sites, and conferences. Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms; listen carefully while filtering out normal office noise; see clearly; sit, stand, walk, twist, bend, reach, push, and pull with normal effort; lift 35 pounds. Prolonged exposure to video terminal display, as well as exposure to normal office equipment and their chemicals, such as copier, fax machine, telephone, etc. Teamwork and high productivity requirements frequently create extra hours, attendance at meetings before and after work, and additional weekend work.
FLSA:
Exempt
AFFLIATION
Non-represented
JOB CLASS
Supervisor
WORK YEAR
260
CONDITIONS
OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by
RCW28A.400.303.
(
NOTE:
All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.
Insurance Benefits
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
Click on the link https:
//www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.
To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.
- Clover Park School District total possible pay consists of base salary plus the following:
Building Centered Responsibility
- 5 days
District Centered Responsibility
- 2.5 days
Event Responsibility
- 1 day Attendance required for compensation of responsibility pay (building-centered, district-centered, and event).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, housing, immigration or citizenship status, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorable military discharge or active duty status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, whether they take place on or off school grounds or are offered as part of the district's online or alternative learning programs. This standard will be applied to students as well as designated youth groups including Scouting America which require equal access. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW, Lakewood, Washington 98499-1341: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director of Human Resources, (253) 583-5087, gdavis@cloverpark.k12.wa.us; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Jennifer Herbold, Executive Director of Special Education, (253) 583-5170, jherbold@cloverpark.k12.wa. Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), https://bit.ly/US-OCR. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint, is available at https://bit.ly/CPSDHIBPolicy; OSPI required language per
RCW 28A.300.286
is available at https://bit.ly/OSPIModelLanguage.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required