DIRECTOR OF FISCAL SERVICES

Salary: $134,298.00 - $164,885.00 Annually
Location : Bellflower
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: B2526/35
Department: Business Services
Division: Budget/Fiscal/Business Services
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

Description

BASIC FUNCTION
Under general direction, to plan, organize, and direct the accounting, budgeting , purchasing, payroll and financial record management functions and activities of the district; provides leadership and management for all fiscal operations.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Director of Fiscal Services provides leadership and oversight for the district's fiscal operations, distinguished from lower-level positions by its responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing the entire fiscal services department including supervision of the Accounting Manager, Purchasing Manager, and Senior Accounting Assistants with full managerial authority over district-wide financial functions. The position is distinguished from higher-level positions such as Chief Business Officer in that the latter have broader responsibilities across multiple administrative functions beyond fiscal services, including facilities, maintenance, transportation, and other business operations, and typically report directly to a Superintendent-level role.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Chief Business Officer. Exercises direct supervision over fiscal services staff including the Accounting Manager, Purchasing Manager, Senior Accounting Assistants, and indirectly supervises Payroll staff, Accounts Payable staff, Warehouse Supervisor, and Buyer.

Examples of Duties

• Plans, organizes, directs, and participates in the functions and activities of the fiscal services unit, including budget preparation and control, payroll preparation, purchasing, and record maintenance, and systems and processes pertaining to the proper disbursement of funds, assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
• Plans, organizes, prepares, and presents periodic financial statements outlining the district's income and expenditure position for all funds.
• Performs fiscal analyses and audits and provides preliminary budget estimates and projections.
• Oversees the calculation and projection of the District's apportionments, especially calculations related to enrollment, attendance and unduplicated pupil count.
• Counsels, confers with, and advises district and site personnel regarding budget-related matters and issues, and aids in determining alternative fiscal problem solutions.
• Reviews, monitors, and controls categorical budgets and major account expenditures, and alerts appropriate management personnel before accounts reach a predetermined expenditure limit.
• Directs and performs financial and budget master planning process, including near-, mid-, and long-range planning, determination of human and monetary resource needs, and the establishment of fiscal goals and objectives.
• Oversees and executes the planning, organizing, and development of fiscal policies, regulations, and operational guidelines.
• Plans, develops, and implements procedures pertaining to the investment of excess district funds.
• Serves as a liaison to external auditors and analyzes, evaluates, and interprets audit reports to appropriate levels of management.
• Plans, develops, and implements fiscal and record management procedures to ensure adherence to an effective and efficient operational mode.
• Reviews, monitors, and evaluates the performance of subordinates and assists them in the resolution of unusual or unforeseen problems and concerns.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned personnel.
• Aids fiscal service personnel in resolving rights disputes, which may include conducting hearing processes.
• May serve as a member or a resource to the District's collective bargaining team; prepare fiscal information for collective bargaining activities; maintain confidentiality regarding issues related to negotiations and other collective bargaining matters.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences and training to maintain current knowledge of emerging trends; makes presentations regarding District financial objectives, plans and achievements to groups and committees.
• Coordinates the preparation and administration of grant applications and awarded funds by overseeing necessary documentation, tracking expenditures, and verifying compliance to secure external funding and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• May perform the more technical and responsible fiscal services functions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, procedures, and trends pertaining to the management of budget, accounting, and fiscally related processes.
• Audit, fiscal control, and research process methods, procedures, and strategies.
• Principles, trends, techniques, and strategies of modern organization management and supervision.
• Legal mandates, policies, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to educational fiscal management processes.
• Government accounting standards and practices applicable to school districts
• California school finance, attendance accounting, and apportionment processes
• Financial reporting requirements for educational agencies
• Principles of investment and cash flow management
• Computerized financial systems and related software applications
• Grant management and compliance requirements
• Collective bargaining processes and fiscal implications
• Budget development and multi-year forecasting methodologies
• Fundamental concepts of employment laws, codes, and regulations, including EEO, FLSA, FMLA, and Cal/OSHA

Ability to:

• Effectively and efficiently coordinate, manage, and direct the district fiscal programs and processes.
• Analyze financial data and perform comprehensive audits of funds and accounts
• Develop and implement effective budget, accounting, and fiscal control procedures
• Lead and develop fiscal services personnel through effective supervision and training
• Communicate complex financial information clearly both verbally and in writing
• Work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining accountability
• Build and maintain cooperative relationships with administrators, staff, and external agencies
• Exercise sound judgment in financial decision-making
• Adapt fiscal operations to meet changing regulatory requirements
• Present financial information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive fiscal and personnel information
• Demonstrate the highest standards of fiscal ethics, professional integrity, and accountability in all aspects of financial management
• Model communications and interactions that respect and include all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions, and cultures

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION
A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a field closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation.

EXPERIENCE
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management within a public agency, including accounting, budgeting, and fiscal administration. Experience must include two (2) years of supervisory responsibility. Experience in a K-12 school district educational setting is preferred.

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with extensive periods using computer equipment.
• The position involves regular interaction with district administrators, department managers, staff, and representatives from external agencies.
• May require attendance at evening meetings and occasional travel to conferences, workshops, and school sites.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and high volumes of work during peak periods such as fiscal year-end, budget development, and audit seasons.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physical demands are typically those associated with an office environment.
• Primarily sedentary with extended periods of sitting and computer use.
• Requires visual acuity sufficient to work with financial data and operate a computer; hearing and speech ability sufficient to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone; manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment.

All offers of employment are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/conviction clearance, physical examination including a drug screening by a District approved physician, and a test for tuberculosis.
Ready to Apply?
In addition to the application, submit the following required application materials for consideration. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three (3) letters of recommendation, dated within the past year

We offer comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week (4 hours per day) are eligible for pro-rated benefits based on hours worked.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT CAREFULLY:Please answer all supplemental questions truthfully, accurately, and completely. You are not expected to select the highest response level for each question in order to qualify.Your application and supplemental responses will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses may also be evaluated as part of a Training and Experience (T&E) assessment to determine the extent of your relevant education, training, and experience.Responses such as "see resume," "see application," or similar references will not be accepted in place of a complete response. Incomplete responses may not receive credit and may result in disqualification from the examination process.You are required to answer all supplemental questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Information provided in your responses is subject to verification and must be supported by the education, training, certifications, and experience listed in your application.Please do not use generative artificial intelligence (AI) to prepare your responses to narrative supplemental questions. Any intentional misrepresentation, falsification, or significant exaggeration of your qualifications may result in disqualification from the examination process and may affect eligibility for future employment opportunities with the District.Select "Yes" if you have read, understood, and agree to the statements above.Select "No" if you have read and understood the statements above but do not agree and wish to withdraw your application from consideration.

• Yes
• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• Some high school
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Some college, but less than 60 units
• Associate degree or at least 60 semester units
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

03

Please indicate the field in which you obtained your degree. If you do not possess a degree, list "n/a".
04

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in financial management within a public agency, including accounting, budgeting, and fiscal administration?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5years but less than 6 years
• 6 or more years

05

Describe your experience developing a budget, preparing interim financial reports, and completing year-end closing. In your response, include:a) Your specific role in each activity (for example, lead, preparer, or support)b) The size of the budget(s), in dollarsc) How you communicated budget information and to whomd) Your job title, the organization, and the dates you held the position
06

Describe a time when you made a difficult financial decision that significantly affected your organization. In your response, explain:a) The situation and why the decision was difficultb) How you gathered and analyzed informationc) How you evaluated the potential impact on the organizationd) What resources you identified and used (for example, staff, data, or outside expertise)e) The decision you made and the outcome
07

Describe your experience performing technical accounting work in each of the following areas: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, grants, special funds, fixed assets, and payroll. For each area, include:a) Your specific role (for example, lead, preparer, reviewer, or support)b) The types of tasks you performedc) Your job title, the organization, and the dates you held the positionIf you have no experience in this area, list "n/a".
08

Describe your experience with annual financial audits and the preparation of annual financial reports or statem