Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Management Massachusetts School Business Administrator licensure, or in the process of licensure Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO), preferred Minimum of three years of experience as a SBM, Assistant SBM, Accountant, preferably in an educational or municipal government setting Managerial experience managing financial services within a school district, including but not limited to, School Finances, Purchasing, Payroll, Accounting, Food Service, Grant Management, Facilities, Transportation and Personnel Administration Knowledge of budget planning, and financial management principles and practices; labor relations and negotiations, public construction, municipal finance; excellent oral and written communications, strong analytical and technology skills, forecasting, cost-benefit analyses, and decision-making activities. Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles Strong budget planning skills Knowledge of collective bargaining principles and practices Advanced skills in business fund accounting and payroll accounting Strong technology skills and knowledge of financial software Ability to perform accounting procedures required of a governmental agency Management and supervisory skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to interact in a positive manner with Committee, staff, business and financial contacts of the District and the public Knowledge of the Massachusetts and federal reporting and record keeping requirements applicable to the District Knowledge of, or ability to learn, District policies and practices.