The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Manager II, Budget.

Salary Grade/Schedule: Unified 129

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Title: Manager II, Budget

Prepares, consolidates, and distributes the annual budget for the DeKalb County School District (DCSD); monitors budget implementation and compliance with state and local regulations; provides analysis and interpretation of operating reports to support strategic planning and decision-making; ensures adherence to sound accounting principles and practices; and oversees all aspects of budget administration.

Essential Functions

• Assists the Director of Budget in preparing the Annual Budget for review and approval by the Board of Education; prepares the Annual State Financial and Budget Report (DE046) for the Georgia Department of Education; and prepares the Annual Salary and Travel Report (CS-1) for the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts.
• Provides financial data and reports in consultation with the Director of Budget.
• Develops and maintains DCSD and state budgets, financial data, and related reports; prepares and analyzes Budget data reports; and maintains the chart of accounts by adding or modifying charge codes and project numbers.
• Supervises and evaluates the work of Budget Department staff.
• Executes all budget adjustments in accordance with guidelines set by the DeKalb County Board of Education.
• Guides, assists, and trains Budget Unit Managers during the Annual Budget Development process; supports Budget Unit Managers, Principals, and Bookkeepers with their respective budgets.
• Uploads all budgets related to projects, grants, and donations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related area is required.
• Master’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related area is preferred.
  
  

04/25/2025