Jamey Hynds

Jamey Hynds

Assistant Superintendent of Finance Katy Independent School District

Jamey R. Hynds serves as Assistant Superintendent of Finance for Katy Independent School District, overseeing financial operations with a focus on strategic planning, efficiency, and accountability. With 28 years of experience in school technology and operations, Jamey brings a diverse background in finance and technology leadership. His experience supports data-informed decision-making and operational effectiveness across the district.

Tuesday 9 June 2026

9:45 AM From Manual to Automated: Katy ISD’s AP Transformation

Katy Independent School District automated its accounts payable process using AppZen to improve invoice review, reduce manual work, and strengthen purchasing compliance. AppZen's machine learning validates invoice data and matches invoices to purchase orders automatically, routing only exceptions for human review.

This session walks through Katy ISD's implementation step by step, covering process redesign, internal controls, exception management, change management, and measurable outcomes.