DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
- Employer
- Essex Westford School District
- Location
- Essex Junction, VT, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Aug 15, 2019
- Ref
- 3158318
The Essex Westford School District is seeking a Finance and Accounting Director. The Director of Accounting & Finance is responsible for leading the District's accounting and finance staff and functions to maximize the instructional impact for all students while ensuring public accountability and the overall financial health of the organization.
The Director of Accounting & Finance works dynamically and collaboratively with stakeholders, internal and external to the District Office, to ensure the District is operating effectively and efficiently. The Director of Accounting & Finance is responsible for budget administration, risk management (insurance), financial analysis, payroll, forecasting, data analysis, fixed asset accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The Director of Accounting & Finance is accountable for the entire accounting and finance operations of the District, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of standard operating practices and internal controls designed to maximize instructional impact for all students, organizational efficiency, mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and external financial reporting requirements.
We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications/attributes:
- Friendly, helpful and positive disposition; patient and understanding.
- Takes pride in work; responsive to the needs of others; enthusiastic; good sense of humor.
- Able to see the good in every situation; honest and direct; transparent.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organization and planning skills
- Flexible and adaptable. Open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems.
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team.
- Has a personal drive to success and expand responsibilities.
- Able to identify and implement improvements to systems and practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Master's Degree in accounting or other appropriate discipline plus five (5) years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired is required.
- Direct knowledge and experience of school business administration, Vermont public K-12 school administration, and governmental accounting preferred.
- Current or former CPA licensure desired.
- Experience and proficient computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs required. Experience with Google Apps and G-Suite preferred.
For a list of duties and responsibilities Click here for a copy of the job description for the position.
EWSD is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and expected to strengthen such capacity if hired.
EWSD vision is: Growing hearts and minds, for a better today and tomorrow: every day, every way, every one. If you are committed to implementing best accounting practices toward the implementation of our district vision, but do not have all the qualifications listed above (or in the job description), you are still encouraged to apply.
Position pays 91K to 107K depending on experience. Excellent benefits package available including family medical and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with up to 6% employer contribution and a competitive paid leave package.
For consideration, please apply electronically through www.schoolspring.com.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Welcome to Essex Westford School District!
In 2017 three vibrant communities unified to provide enhanced and expanded educational options for all students, with the idea that we are better together. In the Essex Westford School District, we are designing opportunities that meet the unique needs of all our learners.
As one of the largest school districts in the state of Vermont, approximately 4,500 students from preschool through 12th grade walk through our doors each day, eager to take advantage of the resources provided by our supportive communities.
Every student is supported by highly qualified and caring educational leaders, educators, and staff who strive to make our schools a place where everyone belongs, feels safe, and is respected.
Learning happens here ... students are challenged by a rigorous, well-balanced, proficiency-based curriculum and supported by our dedicated teachers and staff, who believe in and are passionate about what they do.
Our staff are more than just employees, they are our neighbors as well. Nearly 50% of our staff live in one of the three communities that they support.
Job Requirements PLEASE NOTE: EWSD conducts thorough screenings of all applicants being recommended for hire, which may include contacting references not listed on your schoolspring application. Selected individuals shall also be subject to a VT Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) check (if driving students), criminal records background checks, and child and adult abuse registry checks. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon acceptable results of these checks at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or his/her designee. Click here here for additional background check information.At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred Master degree preferred Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
Application Questions This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page. 1. What does our district vision mean to you, and how you would go about aligning finance and accounting practices with this vision?
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
2. Explain a time when you had to complete a task you'd never done before…how did you go about it? Were you successful?
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
Contact Information Brian Donahue, Chief Operating Officer
51 Park Street
Essex Junction, Vermont 05452
Phone: (802)857-7040
Email: bdonahue@ewsd.org
The Director of Accounting & Finance works dynamically and collaboratively with stakeholders, internal and external to the District Office, to ensure the District is operating effectively and efficiently. The Director of Accounting & Finance is responsible for budget administration, risk management (insurance), financial analysis, payroll, forecasting, data analysis, fixed asset accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The Director of Accounting & Finance is accountable for the entire accounting and finance operations of the District, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of standard operating practices and internal controls designed to maximize instructional impact for all students, organizational efficiency, mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and external financial reporting requirements.
We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications/attributes:
- Friendly, helpful and positive disposition; patient and understanding.
- Takes pride in work; responsive to the needs of others; enthusiastic; good sense of humor.
- Able to see the good in every situation; honest and direct; transparent.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organization and planning skills
- Flexible and adaptable. Open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems.
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team.
- Has a personal drive to success and expand responsibilities.
- Able to identify and implement improvements to systems and practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Master's Degree in accounting or other appropriate discipline plus five (5) years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired is required.
- Direct knowledge and experience of school business administration, Vermont public K-12 school administration, and governmental accounting preferred.
- Current or former CPA licensure desired.
- Experience and proficient computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs required. Experience with Google Apps and G-Suite preferred.
For a list of duties and responsibilities Click here for a copy of the job description for the position.
EWSD is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and expected to strengthen such capacity if hired.
EWSD vision is: Growing hearts and minds, for a better today and tomorrow: every day, every way, every one. If you are committed to implementing best accounting practices toward the implementation of our district vision, but do not have all the qualifications listed above (or in the job description), you are still encouraged to apply.
Position pays 91K to 107K depending on experience. Excellent benefits package available including family medical and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with up to 6% employer contribution and a competitive paid leave package.
For consideration, please apply electronically through www.schoolspring.com.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Welcome to Essex Westford School District!
In 2017 three vibrant communities unified to provide enhanced and expanded educational options for all students, with the idea that we are better together. In the Essex Westford School District, we are designing opportunities that meet the unique needs of all our learners.
As one of the largest school districts in the state of Vermont, approximately 4,500 students from preschool through 12th grade walk through our doors each day, eager to take advantage of the resources provided by our supportive communities.
Every student is supported by highly qualified and caring educational leaders, educators, and staff who strive to make our schools a place where everyone belongs, feels safe, and is respected.
Learning happens here ... students are challenged by a rigorous, well-balanced, proficiency-based curriculum and supported by our dedicated teachers and staff, who believe in and are passionate about what they do.
Our staff are more than just employees, they are our neighbors as well. Nearly 50% of our staff live in one of the three communities that they support.
Job Requirements PLEASE NOTE: EWSD conducts thorough screenings of all applicants being recommended for hire, which may include contacting references not listed on your schoolspring application. Selected individuals shall also be subject to a VT Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) check (if driving students), criminal records background checks, and child and adult abuse registry checks. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon acceptable results of these checks at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or his/her designee. Click here here for additional background check information.
Application Questions This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page. 1. What does our district vision mean to you, and how you would go about aligning finance and accounting practices with this vision?
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
2. Explain a time when you had to complete a task you'd never done before…how did you go about it? Were you successful?
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
Contact Information Brian Donahue, Chief Operating Officer
51 Park Street
Essex Junction, Vermont 05452
Phone: (802)857-7040
Email: bdonahue@ewsd.org