Director of Finance - Henderson County Schools
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Director of Finance - Henderson County Schools
Henderson County Schools Central Office - Henderson, Kentucky
Job Details
Job ID:
5673984
Application Deadline:
May 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
MUNIS Code:
7184 - Director of Finance III or 7185 - Director of Finance II
BASIC FUNCTION:
Plan, organize, coordinate and control a large group of functional units with management and professional-level subordinates involving highly complex financial activities.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Plan, organize, coordinate and control a large group of functional units with management and professional-level subordinates involving highly complex activities with substantial direct financial impact.
Coordinate activities with other District departments; participate in management meetings to discuss District-wide issues.
Meet periodically with staff to resolve issues, communicate new developments and assure operating objectives are understood and accomplished.
Assure internal controls are established, maintained and documented in compliance with organizational directives.
Participate in internal and external organizations, boards and committees as requested and authorized by appropriate management directives and specific authorities.
Oversee the maintenance of District-wide financial records and programs.
Oversee the preparation of various financial statements and their dissemination.
Prepare financial analysis of revenues and expenditures and compare to other school districts in and out of state as assigned.
Coordinate the ongoing budget operations, including planning, compiling, analyzing, preparing and monitoring the General and Federal Fund budget process.
Review, analyze and evaluate budgetary processes, assuring compliance with generally accepted budgeting principles, standards and procedures.
Review the cost effectiveness of existing programs and the costing of new programs prior to Board approval.
Coordinate staff training.
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Practices, policies and procedures relating to sound financial management, including, but not limited to: budget preparation and control, generally accepted budgeting, accounting and auditing, principles, standards and procedures.
Oral and written communication skills.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
Laws, rules and regulations related to financial management.
Computer applications and MUNIS.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Personnel requirements of the District.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize, coordinate and control a large group of functional units with management and professional-level subordinates involving highly complex activities.
Prepare, communicate and deliver presentations both orally and in writing.
Coordinate and monitor the financial system of the District.
Interpret and explain financial reports, statutory and regulatory requirements, and all Board financial policies.
Perform professional and technical budgetary, statistical and accounting functions.
Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
Prioritize and schedule work.
Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
Use financial computers programs efficiently.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
School finance experience preferred.
7184 (Director of Finance III): Certified Public Accountant certification, Master’s in Business Administration or Master’s in Public Administration degree, five years professional experience in a business office setting with at least three years supervisory experience.
7185 (Director of Finance II): Degree in accounting, business administration or public administration, three years professional experience in a business office setting with at least two years supervisory experience. Years of experience above three will offset a degree on a year‑by‑year basis.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Eligible candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Provisional Finance Officer Certificate pursuant to 702 KAR 3:320 and KRS 160.431. Upon successful completion of the process, the director must obtain a Full Finance Officer Certificate and complete yearly training and educational requirements.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical and TB risk assessment, drug screen, CAN, and criminal background check. Position is 8 hours per day, 240 days per year. Salary commensurate with years of experience (website link omitted).
Note: Start date is negotiable.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
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Henderson County Schools Central Office - Henderson, Kentucky
Job Details
Job ID:
5673984
Application Deadline:
May 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
MUNIS Code:
7184 - Director of Finance III or 7185 - Director of Finance II
BASIC FUNCTION:
Plan, organize, coordinate and control a large group of functional units with management and professional-level subordinates involving highly complex financial activities.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Plan, organize, coordinate and control a large group of functional units with management and professional-level subordinates involving highly complex activities with substantial direct financial impact.
Coordinate activities with other District departments; participate in management meetings to discuss District-wide issues.
Meet periodically with staff to resolve issues, communicate new developments and assure operating objectives are understood and accomplished.
Assure internal controls are established, maintained and documented in compliance with organizational directives.
Participate in internal and external organizations, boards and committees as requested and authorized by appropriate management directives and specific authorities.
Oversee the maintenance of District-wide financial records and programs.
Oversee the preparation of various financial statements and their dissemination.
Prepare financial analysis of revenues and expenditures and compare to other school districts in and out of state as assigned.
Coordinate the ongoing budget operations, including planning, compiling, analyzing, preparing and monitoring the General and Federal Fund budget process.
Review, analyze and evaluate budgetary processes, assuring compliance with generally accepted budgeting principles, standards and procedures.
Review the cost effectiveness of existing programs and the costing of new programs prior to Board approval.
Coordinate staff training.
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Practices, policies and procedures relating to sound financial management, including, but not limited to: budget preparation and control, generally accepted budgeting, accounting and auditing, principles, standards and procedures.
Oral and written communication skills.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
Laws, rules and regulations related to financial management.
Computer applications and MUNIS.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Personnel requirements of the District.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize, coordinate and control a large group of functional units with management and professional-level subordinates involving highly complex activities.
Prepare, communicate and deliver presentations both orally and in writing.
Coordinate and monitor the financial system of the District.
Interpret and explain financial reports, statutory and regulatory requirements, and all Board financial policies.
Perform professional and technical budgetary, statistical and accounting functions.
Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
Prioritize and schedule work.
Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
Use financial computers programs efficiently.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
School finance experience preferred.
7184 (Director of Finance III): Certified Public Accountant certification, Master’s in Business Administration or Master’s in Public Administration degree, five years professional experience in a business office setting with at least three years supervisory experience.
7185 (Director of Finance II): Degree in accounting, business administration or public administration, three years professional experience in a business office setting with at least two years supervisory experience. Years of experience above three will offset a degree on a year‑by‑year basis.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Eligible candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Provisional Finance Officer Certificate pursuant to 702 KAR 3:320 and KRS 160.431. Upon successful completion of the process, the director must obtain a Full Finance Officer Certificate and complete yearly training and educational requirements.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical and TB risk assessment, drug screen, CAN, and criminal background check. Position is 8 hours per day, 240 days per year. Salary commensurate with years of experience (website link omitted).
Note: Start date is negotiable.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
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