Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.The Louisiana Special School District is seeking applicants for the position ofCHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICERThis is an Unclassified Position, located in Baton Rouge, LA. This is a full-time, 12-month, 8 hours per day position. The Louisiana Special Schools do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be referred to Mary Gloston, Human Resources Director at mgloston @lsdvi.org .Physical Activity Level: The employee must be able to perform assigned duties without significant risk of substantial harm to his/her own safety/security and the safety/security of others. Some work is performed in physically comfortable positions with little or light physical effort, and some work requires moderate effort. Physical requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA standards.To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official State application. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment.Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related area plus five years of administrative, supervisory experience in business administration, facility business management, and/or accounting. School business administration or management experience preferred.A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related area will substitute for two years of the required experience.Credentials must include good human relations skills, leadership, and supervisory skills.Job Concepts: Managerial Responsibilities Implement policies and regulations mandated by SSD and other state and federal regulatory agencies.Assist in the development of policies and procedures affecting the school, implement school philosophy and programs, and develop and establish long-range strategic plans.Exhibit knowledge of special education rules and regulations associated with implementation of state and federal laws.Exhibit understanding of children with handicaps and their needs, especially the hearing and visually impaired children served by the schools.Demonstrate appropriate office management skills such as planning, organizing, and implementing.Exercise good judgment in making decisions.Maintain complete and accurate records and exercise confidentiality of information in accordance with requirements of the law.Ensure timely, accurate business and financial reports that are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Maintain a positive relationship with professional associates, state and local agencies, the community, and the parents of the students.Participate in school-sponsored activities.Supervisory Responsibilities Provide professional administrative leadership and direction in the management of the shared Fiscal activities of the Special School District.Apply knowledge and skills of supervision to programs and personnel demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal skills.Delegate responsibilities as appropriate and promote the administrative team concept.Plan and conduct staff observations and evaluations for performance accountability programs according to the current approved performance appraisal systems.Provide for staff development.Direct and monitor a comprehensive Energy Conservation Program for this facility.Direct and monitor the purchase and receipt of all supplies, materials, and equipment through the Procurement Department to ensure purchases are made through the most cost advantageous method.Direct the submission of project grant applications for funds and claims for reimbursement of expenditures from local, state, and federal agencies.Programmatic Responsibilities Directs, ensures timely, accurate business and financial reports that are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Determine priorities with approval from Deputy Superintendent of Financial & Administrative Services and Superintendent of the Special District of all divisions within the parameters of budget constraints.Monitor current policies and procedures of the Business Office to ensure correct application; develop and implement new policies, procedures, and internal controls.Research and implement cost-saving measures and alternative means of financing to accomplish the Special School District stated mission.Develop funding strategies to allow SSD to provide the most cost-efficient services possible.Direct the maintenance of SSD historical business records, reports, and files.Provide systematic fiscal operation and management functions for SSD through direction of financial transactions ensuring compliance with state and federal fiscal accountability standards.Serve as an advisor and advocate of facility-wide compliance with internal controls.Direct and monitor reimbursement of expenditures of approved services provided to eligible students via the Federal Medicaid Program.Professional Conduct Demonstrate reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting obligations.Exhibit professional ethics.Exhibit initiative and recognize and follow established communication channels.Exhibit a willingness to accept and use suggestions for improvement.Use time effectively.Maintain an appropriate student-adult relationship and respect the individual worth and dignity of each student.Perform other duties as assigned.#J-18808-Ljbffr