Oldham County Schools - Assistant Director of Finance

id='p9267_'>Oldham County Schools - Assistant Director of Finance JobID: 9267

Position Type:

Professional - Classified/Finance Supervisor

Date Posted:

6/8/2026

Location:

OCS - Central Office

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Assistant Director of Finance

Job Goal: Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, serving as the primary backup to the District Finance Officer and ensuring the district maximizes its financial efficiency

Job Type: ClassifiedJob Class Code: Position Type: SalaryReports to: District Finance OfficerSupervises: District Bookkeeping StaffTerms of Employment: Compensation will be based on 260 contract days on the board-approved FINA salary schedule. This requires an 8-hour workday

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four-year degree in accounting, finance, or a related area, required.
• Three to five years' experience in a managerial accounting position.
• Experience preferred in non-profit or fund accounting including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and internal control.
• Experience with accounting software required.
• Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally on the financial status of programs.
• Certified School Finance Manager (CSFM) certification required, or actively working toward certification.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and annual financial close; present results and reports to the District Finance Officer.
• Prepare draft budgets and conduct financial analysis for District Finance Officer review.
• Prepare and present Board enclosure financial materials.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist District Finance Officer with daily deposits.
• Prepare reconciliations for other accounts and invoices.
• Maintain and update the General Ledger chart of accounts.
• Assist District Finance Officer with financial analysis and special projects.
• Maintain banking contact for credit cards, point of sale, remote deposits, and other banking services.
• Coordinate and manage financial audits (financial, workers' comp, IRS, etc.).
• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset system for capital assets.
• Perform internal audit duties as assigned by District Finance Officer.
• Review Purchase Requisitions and Orders for appropriate coding, dates, and signatures.
• Maintain and enforce district purchasing policy compliance; serve as the district's lead for Model Procurement and Bidding processes in accordance with state and local requirements.
• Supervise the accurate and timely production of consolidated 1099s and related reporting.
• Supervise the Accounts Payable process and staff.
• Direct the preparation and filing of payroll tax returns and related payroll tax payments.
• Supervise payroll clerks in the calculation of salaries from the budget and input of pertinent payroll information.
• Assist with new/updated automations or software integration.
• Work closely with School Accounting Coordinator to maintain compliance with district policies, governmental regulations, and administrative procedures.
• Assist the District Finance Officer in preparing the Annual Financial Report.
• Calculate certified salaries for PSD forms; file reports required to be submitted to the State Department of Education.
• Deposit all federal and state withholding taxes within timelines specified by applicable agencies.
• Reconcile all bank statements except General Fund, Payroll, and Health Insurance.
• Maintain the computerized accounting system and generate accurate financial reports on a timely basis.
• Responsible for creating, uploading, and maintaining all documentation required on the district's finance transparency website, including all state-mandated financial disclosures and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the district's point of contact for all Open Records requests related to financial information, ensuring timely and compliant responses in accordance with Kentucky Open Records Act requirements.
• Assist District Finance Officer with development of school annual needs assessment procedures.
• Assist District Finance Officer in providing staffing and salary analysis as needed.
• Serve as acting District Finance Officer in the absence of the Finance Officer.
• Other duties as assigned by the District Finance Officer.

Adopted: October 2018

Revised: June 2022, June 2026