DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - JOIN OUR TEAM!, SIERRA VISTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO 68


Position:
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - JOIN OUR TEAM!

Type:
Public


Location:
Rural


Job ID:
134149

County:
Cochise


Posted:
May 14, 2026




Contact Information:
SIERRA VISTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO 68
3305 E Fry Blvd
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
District Website

Contact:
Tamara Barber
Phone: 520-515-2760
Fax: (520) 515-2739
District Email


Job Description:

JOIN OUR TEAM!

PLEASE REFER TO THE FULL JOB POSTING AND APPLY AT SVUSD WEBSITE: https://www.applitrack.com/svusd/onlineapp/

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
VIEW THE INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN: https://www.svusd68.org/documents/departments/human-resources/wage-plans/323312

SUPPLEMENTAL:  Classroom Site Fund - $10,000 annual or prorated based on start date!

**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan.

QUALIFICATIONS 

  1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Management, Master's degree preferred
  2. Three years' experience in Finance, Governmental or auditing; school district accounting preferred
  3. Minimum of  one year supervisory experience in related area in an office with considerable public contact
  4. Experience developing and managing large budgets
  5. Experience working with Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR), School Finance, and Federal Compliance, 2 CFR 200, preferred
  6. Proficiency in accounting and related software applications including PowerPoint, MS Office and strong Excel skills.
  7. Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card 

Or an equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training that demonstrates desired knowledge, skills and abilities as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  1. Strong leadership and management skills.
  2. Professional written and verbal communication skills.
  3. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
  4. Ability to take initiative and work independently.
  5. Knowledge of Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 15.
  6. Knowledge of Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR) and School Finance.
  7. Ability to interpret and analyze financial data and recommend corrective actions.
  8. Ability to coordinate with others to schedule work activities to meet due dates.
  9. Ability to work under pressure and within many areas of responsibility at one time.
  10. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
  11. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  12. Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.
  13. Ability to function in a fast-paced and high-pressure work setting.
  14. Ability to operate standard office equipment and database software programs.
  15. Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
  16. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
  17. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
  18. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
  19. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.


Other:

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated educators to join our team! 

Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * 12 Paid Holidays * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Instructional Coaches/Mentoring * 1 to 1 Technology Program 

Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students’ Lives.

  • Competitive Salaries 
  • HolidaysPersonal days, Sick Leave*
  • District provided Employee Health, group term Life Insurance*
  • Arizona State Retirement Tax Deferred Annuity plan*
  • Exceptional Employee Resources & Professional Development
  • Culture of Caring & Support

APPLY TODAY!

https://www.applitrack.com/svusd/onlineapp/

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.