Finance Director for Shared Business Services

Genesee Intermediate School District

$100K — $150K *
Flint, MI 48504In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, management, human resources, educational administration or related field; master's degree preferred.
  • Certified public accountant certification preferred.
  • Eligible for Chief School Business Official certification.
  • 5+ years of successful experience in a K-12 school district business office or equivalent experience in educational administration, industrial, or financial management; K-12 public school business director experience preferred.
  • Experience with office management and computer technology; Schools Open software preferred.
  • Proven ability to supervise staff, prepare complex financial reports, collaborate with auditors, and address complex issues in school business operations.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and supervise payroll and finance functions in assigned school districts.
  • Manage daily business operations in collaboration with regional finance and assistant superintendent.
  • Oversee the preparation of financial reports and budgets for the district.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant educational finance regulations and standards.
  • Collaborate with auditors and provide necessary documentation during audits.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA.
  • Dental and Vision Coverage at no cost to employees and qualifying family members.
  • Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits.
  • Supplemental benefits options, including additional life and pet insurance.
  • Two retirement plan options available through Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS).
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Longevity pay after 10 years of service.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Finance Director for Shared Business Services is responsible for the coordination, management and supervision of payroll, finance and business services in the assigned local school district(s). Works with the Regional Finance Director for Shared Business Services and Assistant Superintendent for Business Services to coordinate and manage day-to-day intermediate school district business management, financial services and projects.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required in finance, accounting, business, management, human resources, educational administration or related field. Master's degree preferred.
  • Approval as a certified public accountant preferred.
  • Eligible for Chief School Business Official certification and maintain the Michigan Department of Education continuing education requirement.
  • Minimum five years successful experience in the business office of a K-12 school district or combination of work experience in a K-12 administrative position and intermediate school district, industrial, business or financial management experience. Work experience as a K-12 public school business director preferred.
  • Office management and computer technology experience required. Prefer experience with Schools Open software.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others, prepare complex financial reports, work with auditors, solve complex problems and work in a variety of school business office situations required.
Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $100,000 - $150,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Work Schedule: 261 days / 7.5 hours daily

Paid Time Off:

  • Sick Days - 13
  • Personal Business Days - 3
  • Vacation Days - 20
  • Bereavement Leave

Insurance:

Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:

  • Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
  • Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
  • Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
  • Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance

Retirement: Two plan options through the 15th largest pension system in the United States, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

Additional Benefits:

  • Professional Development opportunities
  • Longevity pay after 10 years of service

Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth, celebrates teamwork, and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership, service, innovation, and partnering for success, we offer meaningful professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.

Questions Along the Way?

If you have questions about the role, the hiring process, or GISD's culture, reach out at any time!



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