Assistant Director of Finance

Salary: $91,183.00 - $118,537.00 AnnuallyLocation : Carter Administrative Offices, PAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 26-2700007Department: Office Of Business & FinanceDivision: HR Generalist 1 KDOpening Date: 05/01/2026Closing Date: 5/15/2026 11:59 PM EasternDescriptionJob Goal:To support the Office of Finance by providing leadership and oversight of the District's daily financial operations, accounting functions, purchasing, reporting, and budget processes to ensure fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service delivery.Essential and Marginal FunctionsEssential Functions/Duties:The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the leadership and management of the District's finance department and serve as the lead administrator for daily accounting and financial operations.Oversee daily financial operations, including accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, cash management, reconciliations, and related business functions.Coordinate and review the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reports, and support schedules to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Lead month-end and year-end close processes and support preparation of the District's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and annual external audit.Assist in the development, monitoring, and administration of the District's annual budget; analyze revenues and expenditures and recommend adjustments as needed.Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and analyses for the Chief Financial Officer, Superintendent, Board, and other stakeholders.Support long-range financial planning, cash flow management, banking relationships, and investment reporting as directed by the Chief Financial Officer.Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, laws, regulations, grant requirements, Board policy, and internal procedures.Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls, financial procedures, and process improvements to strengthen efficiency, accountability, and customer service.Oversee financial administration and reporting related to the Medical Access Program (MAP) and other assigned funding sources or special programs.Collaborate with district administrators and department leaders to provide financial guidance, resolve issues, and support sound fiscal decision-making.Collaborate with the Payroll Manager and Chief Financial Officer to ensure payroll transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, and aligned with financial reporting and budget controls.Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.CompetenciesStrategic CommunicationDecisive JudgementDeveloping LeadersBuilding and Managing Collaborative RelationshipsManaging AmbiguityBusiness AcumenTeam LeadershipCritical ThinkingEnsure AccountabilityDriving ResultsQualificationsQualifications:RequiredPreferredExperienceFive years of progressively responsible experience in business/finance or public administration.Two years of experience in a supervisory role.Experience in the public sector preferred.Experience in an urban educational setting preferred.CPA experience preferred.EducationBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, and Public Administrationor related degreeMaster'sdegreeLicenses/CertificationsAdditional Skills/NotesStrong analytical, interpersonal, and strategic communication skills.Ability to support a culture of diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion.Supplemental InformationTravel Requirements:Minimal day travel is expected for this position. No overnight travel is expected for this position.Reports to:Chief Financial OfficerSupervisory Responsibilities:AccountantsFiscal ManagerAccess TechnicianThe School District of Lancaster provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation. The data you provide on this form will be kept confidential and used solely for analytical and reporting requirement purposes.The School District of Lancaster offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees which may include health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, personal time, and sick leave.