About
Under the direction of the Board of Trustees and the Superintendent, he Fiscal Services and Business Department manages the financial and operational aspects to support educational goals. Its primary purposes include:
- Budget Management: Develops, monitors, and reports on the district’s budget, ensuring compliance with Proposition 98 and other state funding requirements, including the Education Protection Account (EPA) and local funds.
- Financial Oversight: Handles payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and purchasing, ensuring accurate and transparent use of funds, including those from bonds overseen by Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committees (CBOCs).
- Compliance: Ensures adherence to state and federal regulations, including reporting on Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAPs) and managing audits for programs like Proposition 28 arts funding.
- Resource Allocation: Supports equitable distribution of financial resources for instruction, facilities, and operations, prioritizing student needs.
This department ensures fiscal accountability, maximizes educational funding, and supports the district’s mission to provide quality education.
Shelley Leal
Assistant Superintendent of Fiscal Services
559-585-2400 x 4105
leals@puesd.net
Amber LaRue
Accounting Technician
Payroll & Benefits
559-585-2400 x 4107
laruea@puesd.net
Maria Magdaleno
Accounting Technician
Accounts Payable
559-585-2400 x 4106
magdalenom@puesd.net
Nora Mitre
Accounting Technician
Accounts Receivable
559-585-2400 x 4108
mitren@puesd.net