Buena Vista School District R 31
Finance Director
Buena Vista School District R 31, Buena Vista, Colorado, United States, 81211
Position Type
Administration/Finance Director
Date Posted 1/5/2026
Location Buena Vista School District Administration
Date Available 07/01/2026
Closing Date 02/20/2026
Finance Director Job Description Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Superintendent, the district Finance Director works closely with the Superintendent and Board of Education in ensuring the district finances are compliant and of high quality. The Finance Director oversees, monitors and collaborates with building principals and department supervisors, financial budgets and expenditures throughout the District. The Finance Director will communicate to the Board of Education and public stakeholders the budget development process. The Finance Director will support the district's mission and vision statements as approved by the Board of Education.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Related Business Field
Licensure:
CPA preferred
Experience:
Governmental Accounting Preferred
Contract Days:
235-245 days (scheduled with supervisor)
Compensation:
Base pay on the 2026-2027 salary schedule - $75,000 (placement on pay scale is dependent upon experience)
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Manages the fiscal operations of the school district using standard accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures in accordance with Board policies, rules and regulations, and applicable laws.
Budget Development and Oversight
Assists with salary and benefits recommendations for all school district employees
Create communications for financial trends to the superintendent, Board, and community
Evaluate Colorado school finance forecasts and formulas to apply to district budgeting strategies
Future financial planning
Month end reconciliations
Grants Management
Oversees the district's purchasing and banking activities
Federal/State Claiming and Reporting
Financial Transparency compliance
Maintain Fixed Assets and inventories
Work closely with auditors in preparation of annual audits
Prepare certification of mill annually
In coordination with superintendent, supervise accounts payable
Manage accounts receivable
Liability Insurance for the District
Attendance at some evening meetings
Additional Duties Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned by the Superintendent (Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Governmental Accounting experience preferred
Understand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) preferred
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Accounting software
Strong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to communicate clearly and effectively to intended audiences
Strong leadership skills
Knowledge of best practices in accounting
Ability to work well with others
Ability to resolve conflict
Ability to problem solve
Maintains a high standard of professionalism
Ability to manage time and deadlines
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Work in standard office environment. Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Employee is regularly required to stand, sit, up and down stairs, lift up to 10 lbs, work in front of a computer.
Equipment Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier, telephone and fax machine.
Travel Requirements Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Some travel and overnight stays to attend state-wide conferences.
Application Deadline February 20th, 2026
Interviews February 26th, 2026
Attachment(s)
Admin Director 25-26 Pay Scale
Benefit Guide 2026
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Date Posted 1/5/2026
Location Buena Vista School District Administration
Date Available 07/01/2026
Closing Date 02/20/2026
Finance Director Job Description Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Superintendent, the district Finance Director works closely with the Superintendent and Board of Education in ensuring the district finances are compliant and of high quality. The Finance Director oversees, monitors and collaborates with building principals and department supervisors, financial budgets and expenditures throughout the District. The Finance Director will communicate to the Board of Education and public stakeholders the budget development process. The Finance Director will support the district's mission and vision statements as approved by the Board of Education.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Related Business Field
Licensure:
CPA preferred
Experience:
Governmental Accounting Preferred
Contract Days:
235-245 days (scheduled with supervisor)
Compensation:
Base pay on the 2026-2027 salary schedule - $75,000 (placement on pay scale is dependent upon experience)
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Manages the fiscal operations of the school district using standard accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures in accordance with Board policies, rules and regulations, and applicable laws.
Budget Development and Oversight
Assists with salary and benefits recommendations for all school district employees
Create communications for financial trends to the superintendent, Board, and community
Evaluate Colorado school finance forecasts and formulas to apply to district budgeting strategies
Future financial planning
Month end reconciliations
Grants Management
Oversees the district's purchasing and banking activities
Federal/State Claiming and Reporting
Financial Transparency compliance
Maintain Fixed Assets and inventories
Work closely with auditors in preparation of annual audits
Prepare certification of mill annually
In coordination with superintendent, supervise accounts payable
Manage accounts receivable
Liability Insurance for the District
Attendance at some evening meetings
Additional Duties Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned by the Superintendent (Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Governmental Accounting experience preferred
Understand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) preferred
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Accounting software
Strong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to communicate clearly and effectively to intended audiences
Strong leadership skills
Knowledge of best practices in accounting
Ability to work well with others
Ability to resolve conflict
Ability to problem solve
Maintains a high standard of professionalism
Ability to manage time and deadlines
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Work in standard office environment. Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Employee is regularly required to stand, sit, up and down stairs, lift up to 10 lbs, work in front of a computer.
Equipment Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier, telephone and fax machine.
Travel Requirements Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Some travel and overnight stays to attend state-wide conferences.
Application Deadline February 20th, 2026
Interviews February 26th, 2026
Attachment(s)
Admin Director 25-26 Pay Scale
Benefit Guide 2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr