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Chief Finance Officer

Windham Public Schools • Willimantic, CT • 1w ago

Chief Finance Officer JobID: 6092

Position Type:

Administration/ Director: Finance

Date Posted:

5/28/2025

Location:

Central Office

Date Available:

Immediately

Closing Date:

07/31/2023-until filled

Location: Central OfficeStart Date: ImmediateClosing Date: Open until filledReports to: The Superintendent of SchoolsSalary: Commensurate with background and experience The Windham Public Schools is seeking an experienced, flexible problem solver to serve as Chief Finance Officer. This senior executive is responsible for managing and overseeing all financial aspects of the organization, including budgeting, financial planning, accounting, and reporting. Further, this person leads the Business Office team and oversees those operations that support both the organization and employees. The Chief Finance Officer plays a crucial role in not only ensuring the District's fiscal health, but also the attainment of our educational mission. Qualifications:

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Educational Leadership (master's preferred)

Possesses or eligibility for Connecticut Certification for Business Manager (085)

Familiarity with school district and/or town operations

Knowledge of and experience with school finances including federal and state reporting systems and funding sources

Experience with:

comprehensive budgeting in a school setting

payroll, accounts payable and receivable

pension and health benefits

collective bargaining negotiations

grants and project revenue (i.e. eGMS)

financial software (i.e. MUNIS)

Demonstrated leadership ability and organizational skills

Demonstrated excellence in supervision and team development

Strong communication, technology, and interpersonal skills

Positive attitude, integrity, and a sense of humor essential

Other qualifications as determined by the Superintendent and/or the Board of Education.

Responsibilities:

Act as the principal financial advisor and strategic partner to the Superintendent

Lead the planning, implementation, and supervision of financial operations including accounting, purchasing, forecasting, budgeting, insurance, legal (when related to finance matters), and contracts (reviews contracts for financial implications)

Evaluate and advise on short- and long-term financial and strategic planning

Provide regular financial updates and analysis to the Superintendent

Regularly confers with building principals and administrators regarding problems/solutions related to district financial and other assigned operating areas

Ensure proper internal controls and documentation are in place to support annual reporting and audits

Supervise staff and manage personnel matters in areas under direct oversight

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Board policies, and institutional regulations.

Build and maintain strong relationships with key municipal stakeholders and town representatives

Attend and present at Board and committee meetings as directed by Superintendent

Engages non-instructional finance personnel in professional learning opportunities as necessary

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Click to Apply at: Windham Public Schools (https://www.applitrack.com/windham/OnlineApp/default.aspx) WINDHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity to every person regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability; and to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities.

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