Assistant Division Director - Financial Operations

Assistant Division Director, Risk Management Financial Operations

Come work as an Assistant Division Director of Risk Management Financial Operations at a large nonprofit organization in northwest Austin that offers great benefits with a wide range of opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of talented professionals.

Who We Are

The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) has been promoting educational excellence for all Texas schoolchildren since 1949. We provide a wide variety of services and programs to help public school board members serve their communities more effectively and to help school districts function more efficiently.

Since 2009, TASB has regularly made the top 10 list in the large-employer category of the Austin Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Central Texas. Our inclusive, friendly work environment encourages employees to innovate, collaborate, and grow. We employ a diverse mix of professional, technical, risk management, and administrative staff.

About the Position

We’re looking for a Risk Management Financial Operations Assistant Division Director to work in a fast-paced Risk Management Financial Operations department to assist the Division Director in leading the team to achieve its goals related to operational accounting, budget monitoring, IRS reporting, banking and cash management, vendor management, financial reporting and internal controls for the TASB Risk Management Fund.

Responsibilities:

• Manages day-to-day activities in operational accounting, budget monitoring, IRS reporting, banking and cash management, vendor management, monthly and annual financial reporting, and internal controls
• Coaches, motivates and develops accounting team to meet operational and service goals set forth by the division, service area, and organization, and performs personnel evaluations on an ongoing basis
• Ensures effective solution-oriented communication within and outside of the division, and participates in the evaluation of division services to internal and external customers
• Identifies areas to streamline processes and procedures to enhance operational efficiency within the division and across the service area
• Leads strategy sessions for the division and actively participates in strategy sessions for the service area, with involvement in setting major operational initiatives and forward-looking objectives related to technology, services, processes and personnel
• Researches accounting rules and regulations to help make recommendations for development of appropriate accounting policies and monitors proper compliance
• Works closely with other divisions in implementing strategic objectives involving change in processes or systems
• Helps prepare information needed for reports to Audit & Finance Committee and Board of Trustees for the TASB Risk Management Fund
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Division Director

Skills and abilities:

• Keep an up-to-date knowledge of GAAP, and researching new/changed pronouncements to determine their impact on the organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills regarding complex information, including departmental policies and procedures.
• Effective interpersonal skills with staff at all levels of an organization
• Effective management and delegation skills
• Energetic forward-thinking individual with high ethical standards
• Organized, self-directed individual with the ability to work independently as well as be a team player
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and reliability
• Possesses high standards of work output, delivers on commitments and takes initiative
• Problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to take ownership of projects producing high quality results
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, database management systems, and reporting/analytical tools
• Experience with JD Edwards E1 preferred
• Experience with an ERP accounting system

Requirements:

• CPA License required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 5+ years accounting and management experience

Why Apply?

• Excellent benefits, including employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance as well as a retirement plan and employee assistance program. We have generous paid leave and holiday time.
• Convenient staff-supportive amenities like an on-site child care center, mini market, fitness room, and more.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities in a wide range of areas, including governmental relations, risk management, cooperative purchasing, investment and employee benefits, human resource management, leadership development, and more.
• A diverse, inclusive work environment that celebrates the unique perspectives and talents of all employees.

• A friendly company culture that encourages a healthy work-life balance. 

Only those candidates that closely meet the job’s requirements will be selected for interview and contacted.

TASB is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, disability, religion, sex, national origin, or age.  TASB does not sponsor H-1B visas.

his position is subject to a background check. Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check.