Financial Systems Operations Manager
Financial Systems Operations Manager
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Job Description
Posting Date
09/10/25Application Deadline
10/01/25Pay Range
$85000 - $120500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime
compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
County School SuperintendentAbout the Position
This position exists to empower and strengthen school districts by delivering innovative financial technological and operational leadership. By uniting best practices in fiscal management cutting-edge business software solutions and expert compliance guidance this role ensures that districts have the tools resources and confidence to operate efficiently and responsibly. With a focus on collaboration training and customer service excellence this position drives continuous improvement safeguards public resources and ultimately supports student achievement across Maricopa County.
About Us
The Office of the Maricopa County School Superintendent is led by the elected Superintendent. The office provides statutory services related to school governing board elections bond and override elections appointments school finance and maintaining homeschool and private school records. The Superintendent also oversees the Maricopa County accommodation district ensuring educational opportunities for at-risk students including those in detention schools.
Proud to Offer
- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
- Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
- Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
- Three years of progressively responsible management and/or supervisory experience in which one year of experience is working in a school
- Masters Degree in Finance Accounting or Computer Science
- An equivalent combination of education and related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
- Experience with the countys Advantage financial system
Job Contributions
- Conduct business process analysis needs assessments and implement technology solutions to support school districts and business service staff
- Provide leadership consulting and training to district business offices in areas of finance payroll compliance and business operations
- Oversee and support the financial system including updates troubleshooting SQL queries testing and on-call responsibilities
- Evaluate and improve business services policies and procedures; recommend and implement changes to enhance efficiency and compliance
- Ensure compliance with USFR Arizona Revised Statutes Auditor General guidance federal/state financial regulations and grant requirements
- Manage and monitor school district financial activities such as revenue limits expenditures reconciliations garnishments bond indebtedness tax reporting and internal audits
- Provide audit and outreach services to maximize funding use for student achievement
- Develop and lead in-house training staff development and cross-training programs to strengthen financial accounting and payroll functions
- Maximize existing resources to provide exceptional customer service to school districts developing new methods and/or programs to support school district operations
- Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
- This position works in an office environment
- Occasional travel will be required
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
