CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (#2901) Business and Finance ( learn more ) Clarke County School District Athens , Georgia ( map )
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Job Details
• Job ID: 4180969
• Application Deadline: March 24, 2023
• Posted : March 14, 2023
• Starting Date: Immediately
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Job Description
Overall Purpose
The job of Chief Financial Officer is done for the purpose/s of managing the overall delivery of business services; developing and administering the district budget; developing long-term capital financing methods; preparing and presenting financial matters to district stakeholders; implementing and maintaining services incompliance with established guidelines; and serving as an integral member of the leadership team.
Direct Supervisor
Superintendent of Schools
Essential Functions
• Directs the preparation and implementation of the district budget to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and alignment with District goals.
• Collaborates with a wide variety of internal and external groups (department heads, auditors, community organizations, regulatory agencies, etc.) for the purpose of implementing program components; creating long and short term plans; and addressing organizational objectives.
• Compiles data from internal and external sources for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components.
• Develops internal controls, work processes, programs for managing the financial operations of the organization for the purpose of ensuring accurate and timely accounting in accordance with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Develops a wide variety of documents and presentation materials, independently and/or through delegation to other personnel (plans, proposals, policies, budgets, grant opportunities, procedures, forms, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs.
• Manages business services and related departments (financial services, financial accounting, accounts payable, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, purchasing, cash receipts, property control, school nutrition, etc.) for the purpose of achieving organizational objectives while complying with established requirements.
• Monitors assigned programs and/or department activities for the purpose of ensuring that performance objectives are met within budget and in compliance with established operational practices.
• Directs the receipt and management of investments and expenditures of the district’s funds to ensure proper and maximum return on these funds.  Forecasts short and long range revenue/cash requirements and obligations as a basis for sound financial funding mechanisms.
• Coordinates and administers the Voluntary 403b/457k retirement plans.
• Reviews all SLPOST financial reports.
• Participates as a member or facilitator in meetings, workshops and seminars that frequently involve a range of issues (e.g. financial processes, goals attainment, problem resolution, personnel and staffing, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Performs a wide variety of personnel functions (e.g. recruiting, interviewing, evaluating, supervising, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing personnel productivity and achieving objectives within budget.
• Presents information on a wide variety of topics for the purpose of conveying information, gaining feedback and/or making recommendations regarding district services.
• Recommends solutions to a wide variety of complex issues for the purpose of addressing the business and financial needs of the district.
• Researches a wide variety of financial and business resource topics (e.g. policies, public accounting practices, guidelines and regulations, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and established guidelines; securing information for planning; and/or responding to requests.
• Responds to a wide variety of inquiries from internal and external sources for the purpose of identifying relevant issues and recommending or implementing action plans.
Marginal Functions
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Competencies
• Skills-based Competencies
Required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: developing and administering budgets; operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing multiple projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; using Microsoft Office software applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access; and training, developing, and supervising staff.
• Knowledge-based Competencies
Required to perform advanced math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.  Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; budget management and public sector accounting; current trends and practices of school systems; education code; federal and state grant management; and school district audit procedures.
• Ability-based Competencies
Required to schedule a number of activities, meetings and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a wide variety of circumstances when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant.  Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform he functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; dealing with frequent and sustained interruptions; developing and maintaining positive working relationships; facilitating communication between persons with divergent positions; implementing change; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; providing direction and leadership; and setting priorities.
Requirements
Master’s degree in accounting preferred
CPA preferred
Experience in public school business and accounting preferred
Experience working with and/or managing financial and accounting software systems
Experience in designing and implementing internal business and accounting operating systems and procedures
Knowledge of Georgia QBE and other services of education funding preferred
Physical Requirements
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing.
Continuing Education/Training
N/A
Clearances
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Fair Labor Standards Act
Exempt
• Position Type: Full-time
• Positions Available: 1
• Job Category : Administrator > Business/Finance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clarke County School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
• No experience required
Contact Information
• Roshanna Griffin
• x
• Athens, Georgia 30603
• Phone: x
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