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Executive Director of Accounting

Position Category Administration
Position Type Executive Director of Accounting
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School District Tulsa Public Schools
City, State

Tulsa, OK
United States

Description

Full Job Description: Executive Director of Accounting https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L4_7JaMPx75joqBwZNd72lCOlwIEwUqq/view

Grade: Executive Grade 3 | XG-3

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above). https://www.tulsaschools.org/about/teams/talent-management/compensation

For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit: Compensation and Benefits website. https://www.tulsaschools.org/careers/comp-benefits

Position Summary: Oversees the daily operations and strategic direction of the district’s accounting and payroll functions, including general accounting, payroll, contracts accounting, accounts payable, fixed asset accounting and control, and financial reporting. Ensures all financial activities are conducted in compliance with the Board of Education’s policies, district business policies and procedures, state and federal fiscal management laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Director of Accounting is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely and transparent financial reporting, supporting annual audits, and maintaining strong internal controls to safeguard district assets. This role works cross-functionally with departments such as Finance, Payroll, Procurement, Talent Management, and Federal to support operational efficiency and financial integrity across the organization. In addition, the Director of Accounting provides leadership in the development and implementation of financial systems, participates in budget planning and execution, and plays a key role in policy development related to fiscal operations.

Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree with accounting emphasis
Experience:
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible accounting experience directly related to the
duties and responsibilities preferred
Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Knowledge of district and audit requirements for the provision of financial information
• Knowledge of financial recordkeeping procedures, laws, regulations, and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Include the following materials with your application: Resume
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Link https://web.fountain.com/apply/tulsa-schools/opening/executive-director-of-acco…
Contact Name Talent Management
Contact Email jointeamtulsa@tulsaschools.org