About Us

At Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD), we’re more than educators. We are innovators, collaborators, and community builders serving over 64,000 students and 8,500 educators across the region. Whether it’s general education, special education, or career technical education, we lead with purpose and partnership to make a meaningful difference every day.

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Position Summary

The Finance Director for Shared Business Services is responsible for the coordination, management and supervision of payroll, finance and business services in the assigned local school district(s). Works with the Regional Finance Director for Shared Business Services and Assistant Superintendent for Business Services to coordinate and manage day-to-day intermediate school district business management, financial services and projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required in finance, accounting, business, management, human resources, educational administration or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Approval as a certified public accountant preferred.
Eligible for Chief School Business Official certification and maintain the Michigan Department of Education continuing education requirement.
Minimum five years successful experience in the business office of a K-12 school district or combination of work experience in a K-12 administrative position and intermediate school district, industrial, business or financial management experience. Work experience as a K-12 public school business director preferred.
Office management and computer technology experience required. Prefer experience with Schools Open software.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others, prepare complex financial reports, work with auditors, solve complex problems and work in a variety of school business office situations required.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $100,000 - $150,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Work Schedule: 261 days / 7.5 hours daily

Paid Time Off:

Sick Days - 13
Personal Business Days - 3
Vacation Days - 20
Bereavement Leave

Insurance:

Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:

Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance

Retirement: Two plan options through the 15^th largest pension system in the United States, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

Additional Benefits:

Professional Development opportunities
Longevity pay after 10 years of service

Why Grow With Us?

We value each other, support one another, and celebrate every win.
We don’t just talk about growth, we support it with mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.
Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work-life balance, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness opportunities, and paid community service time.
Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.
Be a part of an employee-focused culture that believes “People are our Greatest Asset”.

Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth, celebrates teamwork, and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership, service, innovation, and partnering for success, we offer meaningful professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.

Questions Along the Way?

If you have questions about the role, the hiring process, or GISD’s culture, reach out at any time!

Human Resources: 810-591-4260

Email: GISDHR@geneseeisd.org

Equal Employment Opportunity

Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.