Robert "Bobby" Barnes
Rock Hill
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with a proven track record at Rock Hill School District No. 3, excelling in budget management and compliance. Expert in Harris Local Government software, I foster team growth while delivering transparent financial reporting. My strategic insights and collaborative approach drive continuous improvement and support educational missions effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Rock Hill School District No. 3 of York County
Rock Hill
06.2025 - Current
- Oversaw comprehensive financial functions, including budgeting, payroll, and treasury operations.
- Monitored budget performance and adjusted as necessary to ensure fiscal health.
- Provided regular financial reports to Superintendent and Board for informed decision-making.
- Ensured adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial regulations.
- Coordinated annual audits, implementing recommendations to enhance operations.
- Supervised purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with laws and cost-effectiveness.
- Fostered professional growth within finance department staff through effective supervision.
- Engaged with stakeholders to promote transparency in financial communications.
Director of Finance
Rock Hill School District No. 3 of York County
Rock Hill
11.2019 - 06.2025
- Supported Chief of Business Services in coordinating financial activities across the school district.
- Administered debt service operations while ensuring compliance with arbitrage reporting obligations.
- Executed detailed analyses of financial performance against budgets and identified significant data trends.
- Developed and enforced policies regarding financial management, accounting, and payroll processes.
- Alerted Chief of Business Services to areas requiring further investigation or action based on findings.
- Monitored cash flow and managed revenues/expenditures while performing forecasting tasks as needed.
- Handled bank reconciliations, prepared journal entries, and maintained accurate revenue records from various sources.
- Compiled and presented monthly financial reports for internal management review.
Finance Manager
York County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs / MaxAbilities
York
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Managed financial operations for disabilities board serving over 1,000 families and employing 350 staff members.
- Ensured compliance with Board policies while overseeing disbursement transaction cycles.
- Conducted invoice reviews for proper coding and adherence to accounting periods.
- Assisted in planning and evaluating financial policies, programs, and operations of the Board.
- Supervised payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable processes.
- Prepared monthly and year-end financial statements along with Medicaid cost reports.
- Reconciled bank statements, LGIP accounts, and agency credit cards for accurate financial tracking.
- Monitored expenditures on capital grants and ensured compliance with grantor reporting requirements.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration, Business Management
Catawba College
05-2013
Associate of Arts -
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
05-2011
Associate of Applied Science - Web Technologies
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
12-2010
Skills
- Harris Local Government (SmartFusion) and Intuit Fixed Asset Manager
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Adobe Creative Suite expertise
Certification
• South Carolina Association of School Business Officials (SCASBO) Certified
• Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Member
• Quadel Assisted Housing Manager (AHM) Certified
• Microsoft Web Server Certification
• Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Member
• Quadel Assisted Housing Manager (AHM) Certified
• Microsoft Web Server Certification
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Rock Hill School District No. 3 of York County
06.2025 - Current
Director of Finance
Rock Hill School District No. 3 of York County
11.2019 - 06.2025
Finance Manager
York County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs / MaxAbilities
07.2016 - 11.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration, Business Management
Catawba College
Associate of Arts -
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Web Technologies
Rowan Cabarrus Community College