Are you a financial leader who thrives on making a lasting impact in education and shaping the future of a school district?

Do you have the vision to manage budgets and physical resources while driving excellence in finance and operations?

Can you balance the complexities of school finance with the goal of improving educational outcomes for students?

Can you support others in their learning about school finance and budgeting? 

 

Who we are: At Eastpointe Community Schools, we're all about making a real difference in the lives of our students and our awesome educators. We've teamed up with partners such as the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD), Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and the University of Virginia's (UVA) Partnership for Leaders (PLE) in Education to offer something really special for school leaders who are passionate about diving deep into the latest research on building  systems. As an executive  cabinet level leader with us, you will not only use these partnerships and resources to learn and grow as a leader, but also help our staff gain a better understanding of school finance and budgeting.  It’s an exciting time in Eastpointe Community School, our bond is funding school building improvements.

 

 What we offer: While all districts face challenges, at Eastpointe we all roll up our sleeves and work together to get things done. Our district appreciates talents and skills that others may have missed and embraces disruptive leaders willing to challenge the status quo. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of continuous improvement with leaders and employees who feel this work is a calling to improve the lives of children and our families. 

 

What we are looking for:  The Executive Director of Finance and Operations is responsible for the management and accounting functions of the District’s financial and physical resources for the purpose of maximizing the successful execution of the long-term educational program. The Executive Director of Finance is responsible for development of annual and long-range budgets; current and long-term planning, accounting, and timely reporting of all financial matters. Significant areas of responsibility include accounting, budgeting, payroll and benefits, purchasing, insurance, internal audit, cash flow, custodial, grounds, maintenance, and transportation.

 

Responsibilities:

• Finance & Budget Management:  Oversee all aspects of district financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, payroll, and compliance with auditing and bond requirements.
• Capital & Facilities Management: Manage district building projects, capital outlay programs, and contracted services, ensuring efficient facility operations and energy conservation.
• Compliance, Reporting & Coordination: Ensure district compliance by preparing reports, leading grant applications, coordinating instructional calendars, and serving as a liaison with municipalities and safety departments.
• Student & Enrollment Services: Oversee pupil accounting, residency verification, enrollment projections, and open enrollment processes to ensure accurate data and resource alignment.
• Risk Management & Operations: insurance, co-lead cybersecurity and emergency operations, and provide staff training to manage risks and ensure district preparedness.
• Supervision: Directly supervise Pupil Accounting, Accountant, Director of Operations (part time), Business Administration Assistant, Operations and Technology Assistant, and Transportation.
• Strategic Planning: lead goal Area 5 of the Strategic Plan: Align Human, financial, and physical resources to ensure integrity and equity in resource allocation and planning.
• Explore facility reorganization or the consolidation to improve effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of programs and services to our students.
• Manage third party contracts with custodial, maintenance and transportation to improve quality. 

 

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or a Management-related field from an accredited college or university 
• Three years of successful Business Office experience and/or school administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job 
• Organizational skills; community oriented

 

Salary Data: range based on experience $105,228.00 - $120,000.00 (261 days) (non-affiliate position) with benefit package. Reports to the Superintendent.