School District Opportunities:

Category: Fiscal Support Staff
Date Posted: 12/13/2021
Location: Newton Falls Exempted Village Schools
Date Closing: Until filled

Position:       

• Treasurer                  

Reports to:       

• Board of Education  

Employment Status:       

• Regular/Full-time               

FLSA Status:       

• Exempt                 

Description:      

• Serve as the District’s chief fiscal officer; assume responsibility for the receipt, safekeeping and disbursement of all district funds; and direct and manage all financial accounting programs and systems.

NOTE:       

• The below lists are not ranked in order of importance.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as Treasurer for all district funds.
• Responsible for the receipts, safekeeping, and disbursement of all district funds.
• Supervise the collection, safekeeping, and distribution of all funds.
• Receive all moneys belonging to the district.
• Pay out moneys on written order of designated official(s) of the Board.
• Responsible for the preparation of warrants, recording of all disbursements and maintaining accurate records of all disbursement of district funds.
• Serve as the chief fiscal officer.
• Prepare and analyze all financial statements.
• Prepare and submit a monthly financial accounting (as the Board may request or require) of all district funds (assets).
• Furnish appropriate fiscal certificates as required by Ohio law.
• Direct and manage all financial accounting programs and systems.
• Set up and maintain an accounting system including the establishment and supervision of internal accounting controls (including data processing) adequate to record in detail all financial transactions.
• Responsible for the maintenance of a complete and systematic set of financial records in accordance with state statutes and procedures prescribed by the auditor of state of all financial transactions.
• Act as general accountant of the Board and preserve all accounts, vouchers and contracts relating to the district; account for the receipt and disbursement of cash and provide for the safety of records maintained for the maximum period specified by Ohio law and/or Board policy.
• Prepare payrolls, including deductions; prepare and maintain all necessary records of earnings and deductions and similar personnel payment records; responsible for reports and warrants to proper agencies covering deductions.
• Assist with budget development and long-range planning.
• Cooperate with the Superintendent and Business Manager in the projection of revenue and expenditures in preparing and implementing the appropriation resolution (budget) and spending plan of the Board.
• Act as secretary of the Board.
• Attend all meetings of the Board (unless properly excused by the Board).
• Record Board proceedings in the minutes and attest president’s signature after Board approval; open, read and enter all bids in the minutes.
• Execute conveyances of the Board.
• Serve as a member of the district’s records commission (together with the Superintendent and Board President).
• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy.
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., personnel information and payroll records.
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents.
• Promote good public relations.
• Attend meetings and in-services as required.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as spokesperson on fiscal matters.
• Make all reports which are the result of the accounting function.
• Make a full and complete itemized report of the finances of the district at the close of each fiscal year.
• Provide necessary financial information in a timely manner to the Board, administration and agencies of the state and U.S. governments.
• Prepare reports to the proper staff officials concerning the status of their budgetary accounts to guard against the overspending of any appropriated account.
• Recommend new accounting methods as necessary and/or desirable.
• Responsible for the detailed recording of all school financial transactions in appropriate journals and subsidiary ledgers.
• Supervise the preparation of studies establishing, appraising and/or improving financial procedures and internal controls.
• Cooperate with the Superintendent and Business Manager in preparing prospectus for bond sales.
• Act as an integral part of the Board’s negotiating teams; assist the Business Manager in preparing cost estimates relative to Board proposals to ascertain whether they are within the limits of budgetary restraints; estimate the costs associated with proposals presented to the Board by bargaining units; work closely with the other members of the bargaining team to develop negotiating strategy and to implement the economic portions of ratified contracts according to agreed-upon terms.
• Work closely and cooperatively with auditors.
• Compile and preserve all official records and reports of the Board.
• Notify board of elections of changes in district boundaries.
• Accept summons served on the board of elections.
• Conduct auctions of Board real and personal property.
• Supervise the mailing or delivering of meeting agendas and meeting minutes to Board members.
• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner.
• Serve as a role model for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Education.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college or university.
• Five to ten years related experience (preferred).
• Appropriate State of Ohio certification/license.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting software and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to research, comprehend and interpret applicable laws.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Effective, active listening skills.
• Organizational and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge and training in government and revenue accounting.
• Records management skills.
• Experience in payroll and accounts payable procedures.
• Knowledge and experience with health care benefits administration.
• Ability to supervise and direct employees.
• Knowledge and experience with school district investments.

Equipment Operated:

• Various office machines
• Computer/printer
• Copy machine
• Fax machine
• Shredder

Additional Working Conditions:

• Occasional requirement to travel, both daily and overnight.
• Occasional weekend/evening/summer work.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment.
• Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing.
• Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop.
• Occasional interaction among unruly children.
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent.
• The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, appointing authority. 

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Education.

Days:    

• 260

Salary: 

• Will be commensurate with experience.

Application Process:        

• Please send a letter of interest and resume to:

Rocco Adduci
adducir@nfschools.org

Cuyahoga Falls Interim Superintendent 

QUALIFICATIONS:
▪ A valid Ohio School superintendent License
▪ Experience as a Superintendent, strongly preferred
▪ Experience and/or knowledge of school district operations
▪ Experience with district facilities projects, preferred
▪ Strong communication skills with Board, Staff and Community Stakeholders
▪ Available to start no later than January 3, 2022
MATERIALS REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION:
▪ A letter emphasizing qualifications and key experiences
▪ A current resume
▪ A copy of valid Ohio Superintendent’s Certificate/License
▪ List of five (5) current references with current contact information
FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES:
Joseph Iacano, Superintendent, Summit ESC
330-945-5600 ext. 513910
Dr. Christina Dinklocker, Leadership Consultant, Summit ESC
330-421-2883
Note: Candidates should not contact Cuyahoga Falls City Schools Board members directly
Websites:
Cuyahoga Falls: https://www.cfalls.org/
Summit ESC: https://www.summitesc.org
Deadline for Applications:
December 2, 2021
To Apply:
https://www.applitrack.com/cybersummit/onlineapp/