Heath Wethington has been promoted to the position Director of Budget and Audit for the district. He has worked for Lufkin ISD as the District Accountant for the past 8 years.
In this role, he will direct the analysis, preparation, and maintenance of the District’s budgets. He will ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. He will oversee periodic and annual reporting, as well as, direct external and internal audit functions.
He attended Stephen F. Austin State University and earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and his master’s degree in Professional Accountancy.
“Heath has been a valuable asset to the Lufkin ISD business office. School business and the requirements of the business office have multiplied in the last several years. We have many deadlines to meet, many state and federal guidelines to make sure we are in compliance. Heath was ready for a new challenge, and we will be better prepared and more able to serve the school district with him in this position. We love making a difference for our community and this position will enable us to exceed expectations,” said Charlotte Bynum, CFO for Lufkin ISD.
Heath and his wife, Emily, have two girls, Allison and Claire.