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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
Why Grow With Us?
- We value each other, support one another, and celebrate every win.
- We don’t just talk about growth, we support it with mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.
- Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work-life balance, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness opportunities, and paid community service time.
- Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.
- Be a part of an employee-focused culture that believes “People are our Greatest Asset”.
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!
Human Resources: 810-591-4260
Email: GISDHR@geneseeisd.org
Equal Employment Opportunity
Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.
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Genesee Intermediate School District
Human Resources and Operations
Employee Job Description
Job Title:
Finance Director for Shared Business Services
Job 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.
Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to):
1. Responsible for the day-to-day coordination, management and supervision of payroll,
finance, and business service functions in the assigned local school district(s).
2. Supervises, manages, evaluates and disciplines local district and GISD employees in
the assigned area.
3. Works with the Regional Finance Director for Shared Business Services and Assistant
Superintendent for Business Services to coordinate, manage and supervise GISD
business office functions as assigned.
4. Manages the payroll and finance activities of the local school district(s), public school
academy to ensure compliance with the guidelines of the Michigan Department of
Education and the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS),
local school district, public school academy or nonprofit(s) board policies and operating
procedures.
5. Works with local school district superintendent(s), public school academy, or nonprofit
chief executive office and, prepares financial reports and ensures that bills payable are
accurate and submitted in accordance with district timelines.
6. May meet with the board of education and attend local school district board of education
meetings if requested by the local school district superintendent(s).
7. Works with the local school district/public school academy/nonprofit auditor to ensure
that the district audit is complete and presented to the board of education in accordance
with board policy and Governmental Accounting Standards.
8. Responsible for the accurate completion and submission of all local, state and federal
financial reports, including all grant funds received by the local school district and
Michigan’s Electronic Grant System.
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Essential Duties Continued:
9. Ensures that local school district grant funds are spent in accordance with grant
guidelines and requirements.
10. Establishes business office procedures and processes for maintaining accurate records
on cash flow analysis, investments, bank transfers, etc.
11. Evaluates and implements accounting practices that are in compliance with standard
accounting procedures, the Michigan Department of Education requirements and the
Government Accounting Standard Board (GASB).
12. Coordinates staff training on business application software and procedures with shared
services business office team leaders.
13. Serves as an active member of the Genesee Area School Business Officials.
14. Represents the local school district(s) on local, state and national professional business
organizations.
15. Coordinates technical assistance and training for the local school district/nonprofit
business department personnel.
16. Works with business department staff to ensure compliance for electronic reporting to
the Michigan Department of Education and the Center for Educational Performance and
Information (CEPI), such as the Registry of Educational Personnel (REP), the Financial
Information Database (FID), School Infrastructure Database (SID), Michigan Student
Data System (MSDS) and the Educational Entity Master (EEM).
17. Prepares financial reports for the Medicaid Administrative Outreach Claims.
18. Works with local school district staff to ensure accurate reporting and use of state and
federal flow through dollars and maintenance of effort requirements.
19. Works with local district staff/nonprofit entity staff to apply for and capture Universal
Service Fund (USF) dollars.
20. Responsible for budget development and ongoing budget adjustments based on actual
revenue received and expenses incurred to ensure an accurate end of the school year
forecast.
21. Prepares statistical data for the budget development, salary/insurance cost projections,
and contract negotiations.
22. May collect data, prepare financial analysis and conduct board presentations for
financially distressed districts in accordance with state laws.
23. Prepares deficit elimination plan and required documents for deficit district(s) in
accordance with state law.
24. Consistently models Win-Win leadership.
Other Duties:
1. Serves in special administrative assignments as designated by the superintendent.
2. May serve on technical support committees to upgrade hardware and support for
business service applications.
3. May serve on local district and GISD contract negotiation teams.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications:
Education:
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.
Experience:
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.
Skills/Other:
Experience in supervision and evaluation of staff. Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
at the same time. Excellent verbal, written, electronic and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to supervise and evaluate personnel. Possess organizational and management skills
and be capable of working with and motivating others. Attends board and committee meetings
as required. Ability to review, understand and interpret school law, audit reports and Michigan
Department of Education reporting requirements. Ability to utilize district technology and work
to maintain proficiency, as required skills sets change with technology and/or the needs of the
district. Demonstrated ability to make presentations to groups. Punctuality and good
attendance are requirements for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday, work week,
and work year. Represents the district in a professional manner at all times. Works
successfully as a member of the team. Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism at
all times. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to maintain a calm, poised, and
professional image at all times. Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in
accordance with established district policies and procedures.
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Special Job Considerations:
Certification: Required
Type of Certification: Administrative/Eligible for Chief School Business Official continuing
education requirement
Bargaining Unit: Unit
Salary Schedule: Administrative
Immediate Supervisor: Regional Shared-Time Director for Business Management Services
Supervision: Local District and GISD staff
Date: June 14, 2005; December 6, 2011; March 15, 2017, April 27, 2017; August 14, 2018;
April 14, 2023; May 1, 2023
Approved: TLH:og
Job Description 351
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