The award winning financial services department has the responsibility to carry out Board of Education (BOE) policies and procedures for Guilford County Schools (GCS) financial operations and other delegated areas of responsibility. Work involves formulating, coordinating, and  all aspects of GCS financial planning and administration including development of comprehensive short-range and long-range budgets. The financial services department is responsible for the planning, receipt collection, disbursement and accounting of GCS revenues and expenditures, managing the investment of GCS funds, and assisting the Superintendent, Chief of Staff and other cabinet members in preparing the annual budget. Staff compiles data for various reports required by oversight agencies, and assists outside auditors. Staff participates in auditing and maintaining general accounts and the general ledger.