Director of Finance

Bayfield School District

Job Title: Director of Finance
Work Year: 240 days
Department: Finance
Reports to: Superintendent of Schools

OVERVIEW 
Bayfield School District is seeking a full time Director of Finance to oversee all day to day functions of the Finance department. Responsible for ensuring the assets of the District are properly safeguarded, managed and accounted for. The Director of Finance has the responsibility for managing the recording of all financial transactions within the District to include revenue, accounts payable, investment of District financial assets and oversight of cash management activities. Works to continuously improve the soundness and compliance with the District’s financial policies and procedures, develops and promotes positive relationships with various community and school clientele and is responsible for planning and directing the financial reporting and controls of the District.

Bayfield School District is located in the mountains of Southwest Colorado and is a short drive to Purgatory Resort, Wolf Creek Ski Area, and historic Durango. La Plata County is a world-class environment for outdoor enthusiasts with miles of trails for hiking and biking, wild rivers for rafting, breathtaking lakes for fishing and boating, and winter ski opportunities to complete 12-months of recreation. Moreover, the Bayfield School District has strong partnerships with Fort Lewis College and a Pueblo Community College campus on district property where students and community members share our zest for life-long learning.

Bayfield District is dedicated to attracting and to retaining high-quality educators and leaders. You will be warmly welcomed into our Bayfield Family, provided opportunities to learn and grow, and challenged to be your very best as you share our vision: Each Student, Each Day: Wolverine Way.

QUALIFICATIONS
● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. Master’s degree or CPA strongly preferred.
● Maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.
● Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check.
● Completed and submitted BSD on-line application.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

● Responsible for initiating and implementing sound management practices to manage and direct the accounting, accounts payable and investment functions. Responsible for directing the accounting practices and policies of the District to ensure that all financial records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, Board of Education policies and federal, state and local laws or regulations. Responsible for staying abreast of new and proposed accounting principles, regulations and legislation. Responsible for ensuring the proper maintenance of control systems in order to safeguard District assets. Work to identify, adopt and implement prevailing business practices in order to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
● Directs, supervises and evaluates activities in the District’s Finance Department, including budgeting, accounting, insurance, worker’s compensation, investments, accounts payable, and fixed asset accounting. Includes hiring, supervising, training and evaluating the personnel associated with these activities.
● Responsible for the preparation of all financial statements, reporting and projection of balances and other necessary reports for submission to the superintendent, Board of Education and other regulatory and advisory agencies.
● Manage and analyze District financial data to ensure informed decision making. Prepare and submit, in an accurate, complete and timely manner, all financial reports for the Colorado Department of Education.
● Responsible for the District’s cash management functions, including control of investment securities and cash flow analyses of all funds.
● Responsible for timely and accurate completion of the District’s Annual Financial Report in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board, monthly financial reporting, fixed asset accounting and other reports as necessary. Serves as the primary liaison with independent and government auditors.
● Responsible for assuring that the financial information system supports the District’s accounting requirements.
● Responsible for evaluating and developing enhancements to existing financial information systems and reporting in order to improve operational efficiencies, including the recommendation of new and innovative technology.
● Responsible for Board of Education and District policies pertaining to accounting and internal controls are implemented and enforced. Responsible for recommending and implementing changes as appropriate.
● Participates as a representative on District and out-of-District committees.
● Follow State legal requirements and District and building policies and procedures.
● Work collaboratively with staff members and the community.
● Commit to the district vision of Each Student, Each Day: Wolverine Way. 
● Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIPMENT
● Proven financial management skills.
● Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
● Customer service and public relations skills.
● Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
● Ability to manage multiple tasks/priorities with frequent interruptions.
● Ability to promote and follow Board of Education and District policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures.
● Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting
● Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
● Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
● Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, email/calendar systems, financial software, publishing software.
● Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier and fax machine.

SALARY
Per the Bayfield School District Non Licensed Admin Salary Schedule based on education and years of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and frequently required to walk and must be able to stand up frequently. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to hear the difference between bells, buzzers, beeps, horns, etc. The employee frequently communicates through speech. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be comfortable functioning in both indoor and outdoor work environments; the employee must be able to drive a vehicle and district equipment. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud. 

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The job description and statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

The Board is committed to providing a safe learning and work environment where all members of the school community are treated with dignity and respect. The schools in the district are subject to all federal and state laws and constitutional provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry or need for special education services. Accordingly, no otherwise qualified student, employee, applicant for employment or member of the public may be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination under any district program or activity on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.

Revised: August 2024