Assistant Director of Finance and Operations

About the Role

The Assistant Director of Finance and Operations plays a critical role in assisting in the management of the financial health and operational integrity of the Berlin Public Schools. Under the direction of the Director of Finance and Operations, this position provides leadership and oversight to the department when the Director is unavailable.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director of Finance and Operations in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, general ledgers, and journal entries in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines.
• Coordinates the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for departmental review.
• Assists the Director of Finance and Operations in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the District's annual operating budget.
• Serves as the primary backup for payroll and accounts payable departments.
• Manages inventory and fixed assets.
• Serves as the System Administrator for Frontline Time and Attendance, acting as the primary subject matter expert for campus users, troubleshooting technical issues, and performing pre-payroll audits to ensure data integrity.
• Assists in managing custodial operations across all District facilities.
• Partners with the Facilities Department on the planning and coordination of special building projects.
• Collaborates with the Director of Finance and Operations in the preparation of comprehensive RFPs, Board agenda items, and executive-level presentations.
• Oversees FOIA requests for the department, ensuring district compliance with public records laws.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field (preferred).
• Eligible for Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) 085 certification (or immediate eligibility to obtain) (preferred).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is a plus.
• Proficiency in modern ERP/financial software (e.g., Tyler School ERP-Pro, PowerSchool, MySchoolBucks) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of GASB standards, fund accounting, and state/federal education grant regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse staff in a cooperative manner.

Schedule

This is a full-time, 52-week position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (40 hours per week).

Pay

Salary range: $85,000–95,000, dependent on education and experience.

Benefits

• Competitive health and dental insurance.
• Retirement options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Wellness incentives.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Shared mission of empowering students to be enthusiastic, curious learners and kind, compassionate leaders.