Aiken, South Carolina
Aiken, South Carolina
Posted: 16-May-25
Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: Director Scale
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Director of Budget and Compliance
The Director of Budget and Compliance, under minimal supervision, performs senior-level work with extensive decision-making discretion, directing and supervising the day-to-day activities of the Budget and Compliance Office. This position is responsible for examining departmental budget requests and expenditures to determine the availability of funds, making recommendations to the Board of Education, and implementing budget changes and amendments as approved by the Board. The employee performs advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to finance under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
Local Salary Schedule/Full-time, 12 months
Reports To
Chief Financial Officer
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require occasionally.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
Lead, manage, and supervise/evaluate assigned programs/staff.
Collaborate and prepare the district's annual budget.
Perform studies requiring the compilation and analysis of various data.
Oversee and maintain employee position control through allotments, including verification/tracking, in collaboration with human resources.
Collaborate and oversee the development and modifications of the planning/initial budget and revisions through the budget amendment process.
Ensure amendments to the budget are timely and accurately reconciled to source documents.
Oversee the indirect cost rate calculation, employee insurance, retirement rates, and budget according to the appropriate program report code.
Oversee accounting and capital asset reporting, debt reporting, tracking assets, and arbitrage (i.e., Fixed Assets, Capital Projects, Bonds, etc.).
Review and reconcile all budget and salary audit exceptions promptly.
Provide training on the Federal Time and Effort reporting system and maintain certification forms.
Develop necessary reports and analyses, review with management and program staff.
Oversee the district's grant accounting administrator, including financial reporting, training, and technical support
Analyze budgets, staffing assignments, financial information, policies, and procedures, and make recommendations.
Oversee and implement an accounting system adequate to record transactions in accordance with the requirements of GAAP, the South Carolina State Board of Education, and other relevant state and federal agencies.
Monitor, maintain, and comply with a system of controls over cash receipts, deposits, disbursements, and investments in accordance with requirements of the Office of the State Treasurer, the Office of the State Comptroller, and the South Carolina Department of Education, and in accordance with standard business practices.
Ensure compliance with the Financial Accounting Handbook and account structures mandated for school district use by the State Department of Education.
Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required.
Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly.
Participate/facilitate in professional development workshops and leadership training.
Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations.
Perform related work as assigned or required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of the public school system's financial policies.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school system finances.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and principles of public administration, particularly as they relate to units of local government.
Knowledge of State statutes, policies, and regulations regarding financial transactions and federal laws and rules impacting financial operations.
Skilled in technology and demonstrated ability to use spreadsheets and word processing software.
Ability to use computer-based financial software packages, including experience with database search and retrieval, both through query functions and typical web-based reporting in order to answer questions or to detect errors.
Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding funding, position control, and allotments.
Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret data to make data-driven decisions and recommendations.
Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress.
Ability to reflect an appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor.
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to business needs.
Ability to develop and monitor a budget.
Ability to evaluate staff.
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums.
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding the school system's business.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and school planning and strategy records.
Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related area required.
Certified School Business Officer Credential or the ability to obtain the required equivalent combination of experience and education.
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force.
Work regularly requires exchanging accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication.
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for required meetings/work.
Ability to move to other work locations.
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications.
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and using advanced technology.
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress.
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. The job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.
Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force.
Work regularly requires exchanging accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication.
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for required meetings/work.
Ability to move to other work locations.
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications.
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and using advanced technology.
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress.