Accounting Manager responsible for administering the financial affairs of the School District in such a way as to provide the best possible educational programs and services in the most efficient manner possible.
Highlights
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with minimal supervision and support
Strong organizational skills
Detail oriented
Ability to communicate, collaborate, conduct research and solve complex problems
Effective time management
Proficient with MS Office Suite
Met state, federal and district deadlines for reporting and monitoring of all district money
Expert in customer relations
Flexible team player
Experienced in supervision, training and motivation of personnel
Education
Mankato State University, Expected in ā āBachelor of Science:Finance/Accounting - GPA:
Bethany Lutheran College, Expected in ā āAssociate of Arts:Business - GPA:
Experience
Massage Envy - Accounting Supervisor/Manager , , 04/1990 - Current
Coordinate the annual School District financial audit and plan and manage completion of all audit work-papers in preparation of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report completed in accordance with UFARS and GAAP
Develop, review and recommend policy, methods, and procedures relating to the efficient and effective accounting of School District funds
Direct and manage the $130 million dollar budgeting process and oversee the appropriate procedures in budget development, preparation and control.
Ensure financial internal controls and policies and procedures are adhered to district-wide
Determine and assign proper classification and reporting of all financial transactions in accordance with UFARS and GAAP
Monitor legal compliance in the area of school finance law and IRS statutes
Supervise the retention and destruction of Business Office records
Project and maintain adequate records of School District cash flow and make investments when necessary with the degree of security described by statute
Prepare and develop management reports as needed in an appropriate format as required by administration, Finance Committee and School Board
Manage workers compensation program to include claims reporting, lost time tracking, medical services received, Return to Work program and annual audit of premium
Assist with providing data to insurance company for property and liability claims and also responsible for the annual audit of these premiums
Responsible for serverance/retirement payments and ensuring that they are made in accordance with contract language
Serve on District Finance Advisory Committee and TIES Finance Advisory Board
ISD #194 - Lakeville Area Public Schools - Wellness Coordinator , , 06/1995 - Current
Provide dedicated, on-site support for wellness champions at all district buildings
Responsible for promotion of the district-wide "Be Happy, Be Healthy, Be Well" initiative
Work with District Wellness Committee to encourage excitement and engagement around annual goals to reduce future medical premiums
In charge of day-to-day wellness activities at the District Office
Manage and monitor all wellness budgets and reporting requirements
Coordinate and promote the annual flu shot clinics provided to all staff and their family members
Work with Building Wellness Champions to deliver challenges to all employees.
Monitor reports measuring participation and behavior changes for individuals and aggregate groups.
Recommend incentives to encourage employee participation in health and wellness challenges.
ISD #199 - Inver Grove Heights Public Schools - Accounts Payable Clerk/Bookkeeper , , 10/1987 - 04/1990
Responsible for verifying and coding all invoices/statements for payment
Prepare reports for School Board approval
Responsible for month-end close and necessary entries for batch processing
Run month-end reports and distribute to necessary account managers/administrators
Reconcile monthly bank statements
Invest district funds as necessary
Responsible for the coordinating annual audit and all required reports
Act as contact for computer problems and supply orders as necessary
Serve as backup to Payroll Clerk and Business Office Secretary
Accomplishments
Awards and Accomplishments
MASBO (Minnesota Association of School Business Officials) Institute - an intense, four-day introduction to all aspects of school business management
MASBO Certification Program - a voluntary certification program that builds on the core components introduced in MASBO Institute, providing participants with in-depth training in these areas
MASBO Leadership Academy Program - provides focused training to school business officials in order to offer practical leadership education that will help school business officials succeed and excel in their employment
Minnesota Department of Education School Finance Award Recipient
TIES Finance Advisory Chairperson and Vice Chair
Presenter and Moderator at MASBO Fall, Winter and Spring Conferences
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