Treasurer
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The quantity and quality of learning programs are related to the funding provided and the effective, efficient management of those funds. It follows that the District’s purposes can best be achieved through prudent fiscal management.
Because of resource limitations, there is sometimes a temptation to operate so that fiscal concerns overshadow the educational program. Recognizing this, it is essential that the Board take specific action to make certain that education remains central and that fiscal management contributes to the educational program.
As trustees of the community’s investment in the facilities, materials and operational funds, the Board has a fiduciary responsibility to ensure that the investment is protected and used wisely. Competent personnel and efficient procedures are essential for sound management of fiscal affairs. The Board expects that the Superintendent and the Treasurer keep it informed through reports, both oral and written, of the fiscal management of the District.
With the assistance of other designated personnel, the Superintendent and Treasurer are expected to develop an efficient and effective procedure for fiscal accounting, purchasing and the protection of plant, grounds, materials, and equipment through prudent and economical operation, maintenance and insurance.
Mrs. Melissa Swearingen’s career in government finance spans more than 28 years, leading to her appointment as Hilliard City Schools Treasurer/CFO in October 2023. She is committed to responsible stewardship of public resources, ensuring taxpayer dollars are managed efficiently, strategically, and always with students at the center of every decision.
Previously, she served as an Audit Manager for the State of Ohio. In 2004, she came to Hilliard City Schools as the district’s Assistant Treasurer, serving in that role for nine years. She then served as Treasurer/CFO of Delaware City Schools for eleven years. During her career, she has been recognized for excellence in financial reporting, long-range fiscal planning, and implementing systems that improve operational efficiency, accountability, and transparency for the communities she serves.
Mrs. Swearingen holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from The Ohio State University and an MBA from Otterbein University with a concentration in Fraud Examination. She has also earned her Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation from the Government Finance Officers Association and her Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO) certification from the Association of School Business Officials International.
Support Staff
Roy Walker, Benefits Coordinator
Heather Ayers-Zabonik, Fiscal Office Manager
Jane Kelly, Payroll Supervisor
