Budget Director

To: All Staff Brockton Public Schools From: Dr. Kathleen F. Moran Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Re: Budget Director Qualifications Bachelor's degree in finance or related field required Three years of experience with budgeting preferred Responsibilities Analyzes a variety of financial information (e.g. budget variances, cost projections, etc.) for the purpose of providing direction and support, making recommendations, maximizing use of funds, and/or ensuring overall operations are within budget Collaborates with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs and providing information and general support Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g. staff, public agencies, school, etc.) for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with organization policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components Conducts internal audits for the purpose of ensuring program operations are within budget and in accordance with fiscal practices Maintains a variety of manual and electronic fiscal information, files and records (e.g. accounts payable, accounts receivable, student activities, contracts, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail Participates as a member or facilitator in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of identifying issues, developing recommendations, providing training, and conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions Performs personnel functions (e.g. training, scheduling, interviewing, evaluating, supervising, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and achieving objectives within budget Prepares a wide variety of materials and financial data (e.g. annual budgets, financial statements, budgetary reports for the school committee, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, meeting compliance requirements, and/or providing supporting materials for requested actions Presents information (e.g. budget overviews, accounting processes, distribution formulas, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls Reconciles account balances for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and complying with established guidelines Researches financial topics and related legal issues for the purpose of evaluating compliance requirements and potential implications on district operations Responds to a wide variety of inquiries of staff, district personnel, other professional organizations, etc. (e.g. accounting guidelines, expenditure status, grant guidelines, etc.) for the purpose of resolving problems, providing information and/or referring to appropriate personnel\ Other duties as assigned by the Chief Budget Officer This is a 12-month, non-union position. Salary commensurate with experience.