Job Title: District Treasurer (Confidential) - 12 month, 8 hours per day Job Category: Office Job Location: District Wide Salary: $35.00 per hour or commiserate with experience Application Due Date: 11/12/2026 Anticipated Position Start Date: 12/31/2026 Position Summary The Indian River Central School District Treasurer is responsible directly to the Board of Education for the proper accounting, custody, investment, receipt, and disbursement of all District funds. The Treasurer maintains accurate and complete financial records, manages District bank accounts, signs District checks, authorizes electronic payments, prepares financial reports, and ensures that District financial transactions are conducted in accordance with applicable New York State laws and regulations, Board of Education policies, and established fiscal procedures. The District Treasurer works cooperatively with the Superintendent of Schools, School Business Official, and other designated District personnel to maintain the financial integrity, accountability, and fiscal safeguards of the District. The Treasurer maintains independent responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reports submitted to the Board of Education. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with applicable New York State laws, regulations, and accounting requirements.
- Prepare monthly Treasurer's Reports for the Board of Education and the District's annual financial report (ST-3).
- Coordinate required financial reporting and provide records and supporting documentation for independent audits.
- Serve as custodian of District funds, ensuring their proper receipt, safeguarding, deposit, disbursement, and accounting.
- Maintain District bank accounts, monitor cash balances and cash flow, and invest available funds in accordance with Board-approved policies and applicable laws, including monitoring investment balances, earnings, and maturities.
- Sign District checks and authorize electronic payments and fund transfers in accordance with Board authorization and established procedures.
- Ensure all disbursements are properly documented, reviewed, authorized, recorded, and reconciled.
- Maintain appropriate safeguards over banking systems, electronic payment access, signatures, and check-signing equipment.
- Maintain and reconcile payroll-related accounting records, including expenditures, deductions, withholdings, and liabilities.
- Coordinate with payroll personnel to ensure accurate financial reporting without assuming responsibility for payroll processing or supervision.
- Assist the Superintendent and School Business Official in annual budget preparation by providing historical financial information, revenue and expenditure projections, and fund balance analysis.
- Prepare proposed budget transfers and adjustments in accordance with established procedures and Board authorization.
- Monitor budget-to-actual activity and report significant variances to the Board of Education and appropriate administrative personnel.
- Provide financial information and supporting documentation for State aid claims, grant reimbursements, and capital project reporting.
- Maintain accurate financial records and assist with required financial reports and filings.
- Maintain effective internal financial controls to safeguard District assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial requirements, Board policies, and records retention regulations.
- Maintain the security and confidentiality of financial records and promptly report suspected errors, irregularities, control weaknesses, or unauthorized transactions to the Board of Education.
- Report directly to the Board of Education and provide timely, accurate financial information and bring to the Board's attention any assignment or direction that may compromise fiscal accountability or internal controls.
- Attend Board meetings at least quarterly and present financial reports as requested.
- Maintain effective working relationships with District administrators, financial institutions, and independent auditors.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools and School Business Official, consistent with the responsibilities of the position and established fiscal safeguards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field preferred.
- An Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, combined with at least three to five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, financial recordkeeping, banking, auditing, or treasury operations, may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
- Experience in public school district, municipal, or governmental accounting is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining financial records, reconciling bank accounts, preparing financial reports, managing cash balances, and handling financial transactions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping practices.
- Working knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and the New York State Uniform System of Accounts for School Districts.
- Knowledge of cash management, banking procedures, investments, and financial controls.
- Ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive financial reports, reconciliations, and cash flow projections.
- Proficiency in computerized accounting systems, spreadsheet applications, electronic banking, and financial reporting software.
- Knowledge of applicable New York State Education Law, General Municipal Law, and school district financial reporting requirements, or the ability to acquire such knowledge.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound financial judgment, and maintain strict confidentiality.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Indian River Central School District to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, or domestic violence victim status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions; and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. See District Policy 0100 (Equal Opportunity) for additional information. Stephanie Wheeler (compliance office/coordinator) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies at HR@ircsd.org, 315-642-3441, or 32735B Co Rt. 29, Philadelphia, NY 13673. Inquiries concerning the application of the Indian River Central School District nondiscrimination policies may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, (646) 428-3800 Voice, (800) 877-8339 TTY.