School Business & Financial Services

Our Business and Finance team handles all the financial aspects of the district, from budgeting and accounting to payroll and paying the bills. We make sure everything runs smoothly so that the district can offer great facilities, innovative learning opportunities, and a safe, welcoming environment for both students and staff.

Adoption of Taxes

Annual Audit

Annual Budget

The Proposed School District Budget Summary and Supplemental Detail, (Certified Budget) is required by Iowa Statute to be filed with the Polk County Auditor by April 30 of each year. The “Certified Budget” provides the data that is the basis of the school property tax levy to begin on July 1, immediately following the April 30th deadline mentioned above, and run through June 30, of the following calendar year. In addition, the “Certified Budget” establishes the legal expenditure limit for each of the various expenditure categories of the District.

FY25 Adopted School Budget Summary

Employee Business Services

Financial Report Card

To access the Bondurant-Farrar Community School District financial report card click on the link below. It will take you to the Iowa Department of Education website for the school financial report cards. Once there, select Bondurant-Farrar from the pull down list of Iowa public school districts. You will then see the report card for the Bondurant-Farrar Community School District.

School District Financial Report Card

Proposed Tax Levy

Business Personnel

With a focus on transparency, efficiency, and accountability, our team is here to support our schools, staff, and community members in all financial matters. Feel free to reach out to any member of our team for assistance!

Cari Aylsworth, Director of Business Services, School Business Official

Manages the district's financial operations, including budgeting, financial forecasting, and reporting.
Oversees compliance with state and federal funding guidelines.
Ensures sound financial stewardship to support student achievement and long-term sustainability.
Collaborates with administrators, staff, and community stakeholders to align resources with educational goals.

Email: aylsworthc@bfschools.org

Alicia Adkins, Associate Business Manager

Ericca Greubel, Payroll Manager

Oversees payroll operations, including IPERS contributions, deductions, and benefits administration.
Manages employee records and ensures compliance with state and federal tax regulations.
Ensures timely and accurate compensation for staff.
Supports the district's financial processes and regulatory compliance with a detail-oriented approach.

Email: greubel@bfschools.org

Peri Strong, Accounts Payable Clerk

Manages approved vendor lists and processes vendor payments across all funds.
Oversees the purchase order process and ensures sales tax exemption certificates are properly managed.
Organizes and presents invoice listings to the board for approval in the "audit and allow" process.
Ensures all transactions comply with district policies and state regulations.
Maintains accurate records and supports the financial integrity of the district.

Email: strongpa@bfschools.org

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