Director of Finance/Business Manager
Young World Physical Education, Diboll, TX, United States
Director of Finance/Business Manager
Diboll ISD - Diboll, Texas
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Job Details Job ID:
5619320
Application Deadline:
May 22, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Mar 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Jun 1, 2026
Job Description Job Title:
Director of Finance/Business Manager
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Reports to:
Superintendent
Dept./School:
Business Office
Salary:
$80,000 - $110,000
Primary Purpose Responsible for oversight of all financial and business affairs of the district. Provide leadership for the district’s financial services activity to ensure legally sound and effective management practices. Direct and monitor the management and investment of all district funds and ensure they are adequately protected. Serve as chief financial advisor and budget advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees.
Qualifications Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, other related field and/or school administration.
Masters Degree preferred.
TASBO certification preferred.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics.
Knowledge of information/data processing systems and financial applications.
Ability to resolve conflict, listen, and appropriately respond to concerns.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to manage budget and personnel.
Ability to implement policy and procedures.
Ability to interpret data.
Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Experience
2 years administrative, management and finance experience.
2 years public school finance experience preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties Financial Management
Ensure preparation and integrity of all district general accounting records and related financial reports using accepted standards for school accounting as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency.
Develop long-range and short-term objectives for district’s business operations and prepare district budget. Monitor budget variances and oversee budget adjustments.
Act as financial advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees and keep them informed of the financial condition of the district.
Maintain the district’s investment portfolio. Supervise and coordinate the investment of all available funds to the best interest of the school district and ensure that these funds are adequately protected against loss at all times.
Ensure that all financial obligations of the school district (accounts payable, notes payable, bonded indebtedness, and payroll) are met on a timely basis.
Implement and maintain internal control procedures to ensure the safeguarding of assets and reliability of accounting data and to promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to prescribed procedures.
Oversee the auditing program for all district funds and work cooperatively with the district’s independent and internal auditors in conducting periodic audits.
Administer the business office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
Policies, Reports, and Law
Review and recommend appropriate policies, administrative regulations, and administrative practices for the areas supervised.
Implement the policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local Board policy in the areas assigned.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including preparing and evaluating monthly financial statements and related budget reports, preparing quarterly and final reports for all federal funds and grants, developing semi-annual financial information for submission of data to TEA, and preparing and publishing comprehensive annual financial report in compliance with Association of School Business Officer (ASBO) standards.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Personnel Management
Select, train, evaluate, and supervise department staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Develop training options and improvement plans for department staff to enhance the effectiveness of department operations.
Other
Attend board meetings and make presentations when appropriate and/or requested.
Responsible for risk management and oversight of all insurance programs, including policy administration, claims management, and compliance.
Oversees Child Nutrition operations with responsibility for financial planning, budget management, and cash flow analysis and projections.
Designs and delivers ongoing training for campus and departmental staff on financial systems, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to promote consistency and accountability across the organization.
Provides comprehensive oversight of student activity funds and programs, including monitoring and compliance assurance for external support organizations such as Booster Clubs, ensuring alignment with district policy, audit standards, and applicable laws.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of the business manager, risk manager, payroll supervisor, and department administrative assistant.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Position Type Full-time
Job Requirements
At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Master degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Mark Kettering
215 North Temple Dr.
Diboll, Texas 75941
Phone: 936-829-4718
Email: mkettering@dibollisd.org
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This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board
Job Details Job ID:
5619320
Application Deadline:
May 22, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Mar 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Jun 1, 2026
Job Description Job Title:
Director of Finance/Business Manager
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Reports to:
Superintendent
Dept./School:
Business Office
Salary:
$80,000 - $110,000
Primary Purpose Responsible for oversight of all financial and business affairs of the district. Provide leadership for the district’s financial services activity to ensure legally sound and effective management practices. Direct and monitor the management and investment of all district funds and ensure they are adequately protected. Serve as chief financial advisor and budget advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees.
Qualifications Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, other related field and/or school administration.
Masters Degree preferred.
TASBO certification preferred.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics.
Knowledge of information/data processing systems and financial applications.
Ability to resolve conflict, listen, and appropriately respond to concerns.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to manage budget and personnel.
Ability to implement policy and procedures.
Ability to interpret data.
Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Experience
2 years administrative, management and finance experience.
2 years public school finance experience preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties Financial Management
Ensure preparation and integrity of all district general accounting records and related financial reports using accepted standards for school accounting as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency.
Develop long-range and short-term objectives for district’s business operations and prepare district budget. Monitor budget variances and oversee budget adjustments.
Act as financial advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees and keep them informed of the financial condition of the district.
Maintain the district’s investment portfolio. Supervise and coordinate the investment of all available funds to the best interest of the school district and ensure that these funds are adequately protected against loss at all times.
Ensure that all financial obligations of the school district (accounts payable, notes payable, bonded indebtedness, and payroll) are met on a timely basis.
Implement and maintain internal control procedures to ensure the safeguarding of assets and reliability of accounting data and to promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to prescribed procedures.
Oversee the auditing program for all district funds and work cooperatively with the district’s independent and internal auditors in conducting periodic audits.
Administer the business office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
Policies, Reports, and Law
Review and recommend appropriate policies, administrative regulations, and administrative practices for the areas supervised.
Implement the policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local Board policy in the areas assigned.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including preparing and evaluating monthly financial statements and related budget reports, preparing quarterly and final reports for all federal funds and grants, developing semi-annual financial information for submission of data to TEA, and preparing and publishing comprehensive annual financial report in compliance with Association of School Business Officer (ASBO) standards.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Personnel Management
Select, train, evaluate, and supervise department staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Develop training options and improvement plans for department staff to enhance the effectiveness of department operations.
Other
Attend board meetings and make presentations when appropriate and/or requested.
Responsible for risk management and oversight of all insurance programs, including policy administration, claims management, and compliance.
Oversees Child Nutrition operations with responsibility for financial planning, budget management, and cash flow analysis and projections.
Designs and delivers ongoing training for campus and departmental staff on financial systems, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to promote consistency and accountability across the organization.
Provides comprehensive oversight of student activity funds and programs, including monitoring and compliance assurance for external support organizations such as Booster Clubs, ensuring alignment with district policy, audit standards, and applicable laws.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of the business manager, risk manager, payroll supervisor, and department administrative assistant.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Position Type Full-time
Job Requirements
At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Master degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Mark Kettering
215 North Temple Dr.
Diboll, Texas 75941
Phone: 936-829-4718
Email: mkettering@dibollisd.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr