Controller at Centennial School District
Controller at Centennial School District
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Job Description
POSITION: Controller(Non-Union)
LOCATION: Business Services Department - District Office
HOURS:8 Hours Per Day (8:00am 5:00pm)
CALENDAR:260Days Annually; July - June
SALARY:$41.68 - $46.39 Per Hour (based on 2024-2025 salary schedule 2025-2026 salary schedule pending)
BENEFITS:PERS Medical Dental Vision Optional Insurances Paid Leaves Holiday Pay etc.
START DATE:July 1 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OpenUntil Filled
JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT/S: The position of Controller is to provide expertise in accounting budget financial systems regulatory responsibilities procurement tax filings and compliance in regards to all financial activities including general operations grants employee retirement plans (PERS 403b 457b etc.) and investment accounts. Support Business Office transparency accuracy and overall functioning.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Manage complete and ensure compliance with tax Oregon Paid Leave (OPL) and retirement obligations of the District (completing 941s State and local tax filings PERS enrollment and reconciliations 403b 457b program management Oregon Paid Leave etc.).
- Advise the Districts accounting operations tax compliance general ledger accounting cash flow management and maintenance of fixed assets.
- Complete receivables process including invoicing (for non-grant and non-governmental) and bank deposits.
- Prepare various reports as required by the local state and federal government agencies.
- Work with the CFO/Director of Operations to prepare the Districts budget monitor and analyze budget performance and provide accurate financial projections.
- Complete financial systems data account coding budgeting journal entries.
- Document monitor and revise internal controls to prevent and detect fraud.
- Stay informed about changes in regulations and make recommendations to ensure compliance.
- Manage procurement programs policies review and negotiate purchasing contracts and compliance in accordance with the budget public purchasing laws and Board policy.
- Complete internal audit of processes controls procedures and recommend improvements.
- Assist the annual audit process and budget process.
- Mentor and provide professional development for fiscal staff and foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Build and maintain strong relationships and bring positivity and enthusiasm to the fiscal team and the District as a whole.
- Assist administrators and supervisors in resolving financial problems. Provides advice on a wide range of financial matters.
- Alternate for budget and other financial responsibilities and duties.
- Coordinate District financial programs.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Attend regular meetings of the Business Department schools and administration as needed.
- Train principals secretaries and others on District financial policies and procedures.
- Respond to questionnaires surveys and correspondence from research or professional organizations requesting information on the Districts financial program and to requests of District budget offices on matters not clearly covered by regulation policy or legislation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS:
- ExperienceRequired:Five (5) to Seven (7) years of progressive experience in financial management preferably within a public sector or educational institution. Proven experience in budgeting financial reporting and managing financial operations.
- Experience Preferred: A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience as a supervisor in the accounting field in either the business or school environment.
- Skills Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
Skills: Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills. Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel. Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations relative to school finance. Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards and regulations.
Abilities to perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks maintain records establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other school personnel meet schedules and deadlines. Significant physical abilities include talking/hearing conversations and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/field of vision.
Ability to speak a second language preferred.
- Education Required: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field or equivalent experience.
- Licenses and/or Testing Required:Licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment).
- Physical Requirements:
In 8-hour workday this job requires:
R Rarely (Less than .5 hr. per day) O Occasionally (.5 2.5 hrs. per day)
F Frequently (2.5 5.5 hrs. per day) C Continually (5.5 8 hrs. per day)
NA Not Applicable
Physical Requirements
NA
R
O
F
C
Sitting
X
Stationary Standing
X
Walking (level surface)
X
Walking (uneven surface)
X
Crawling
X
Crouching (bend at knees)
X
Stooping (bend at waist)
X
Twisting (knees/waist/neck)
X
Turn/pivot
X
Climbing (stairs)
X
Climbing (ladder)
X
Reaching overhead
X
Reaching extension
X
Repetitive use arms
X
Repetitive use wrists
X
Repetitive use hands grasping
X
Repetitive use hands squeezing
X
Fine manipulation
X
Using foot control
X
*Pushing/Pulling
Maximum weight: 25 lbs.
X
*Lifting/Carrying
Maximum weight: 25 lbs.
X
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work to be established by the Board.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Boards Policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel. Reports to the Director of Business and Operations.
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position applicants are required to apply online through PowerSchool SchoolSpringwith the following documents uploaded:
- Letter of Interest
- Current Resume
- Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation
Employment Type
Full-Time
