Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter Schools Hiring for Deputy Director of Finance Job at Hammond, IN Full Time

Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter Schools is currently seeking a Full-Time Deputy Director of Finance.

The Deputy Director, Finance will direct and manage the financial affairs of the District. The incumbent isresponsible for maintaining the District’s general ledger; reviewing, reconciling and reporting general ledger accounts for most funds of the District. The Director Finance will provide accounting support to all campuses and departments on a daily basis. The incumbent will also supervise our finance vendor, Fourth Sector.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage and Review

• Manage all aspects of financial reporting including but not limited to State Per Pupil funds, Federal Grant monies (Title I, II, etc.), donations, student activity funds, Internal, General and Child Nutrition Funds and all other monies received for the operation of our schools.
• Manage and coordinate annual audit and produce timely and accurate Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and ensure CAFR is filed with all applicable parties by required deadlines and in manner prescribed by law
• Prepare accurate Monthly Financial Statements for Board review and yearly projections for funds and make Executive Director aware of any financial/budget issues
• Serve as investment officer of the district and invest district funds in instruments that comply with the Indiana State Law and district policy
• Manage our relationship with all bond holders and be responsible for complying with all aspects of our bonds
• Review and post journal entries and wires and ensure compliance with TEA rules and District policies
• Supervise the accounting vendor and ensure accounting and financial reporting systems of the district are accurate and consistent with generally accepted accounting principles
• Evaluate accounting procedures, systems and controls in all district departments and recommend improvements in their design, implementation and maintenance
• Review and Calculate Annual Maintenance and Debt Tax Rate, Prepare and Review Preliminary Offering Statements
• Be the final approver of all payroll transactions, except their own personal compensation which will be approved by the Executive Director

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees In Accounting, Finance or related field required from an accredited college or university preferred
• Certified Public Accountant License (CPA) preferred
• Minimum of 5 years in public accounting or school district
• Minimum of 2 years as a Controller or Assistant Controller
• Strong, effective oral and written communication skills and ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, perform and interpret data
• Experience in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and accounting systems.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hammond, IN 46323: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location