Chief Financial Officer, Office of Financial Management

6 days ago

Hartford, Connecticut, United States Hartford Public Schools Full time
Job Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the senior leadership team at Hartford Public Schools, responsible for overseeing all financial operations. The successful candidate will ensure fiscal stability, promote financial transparency, and drive strategic financial planning to support the district's educational mission and $450 million plus budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advises and counsels the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent regarding district finances
  • Maintains a comprehensive understanding of key instructional activities and establishes and implements goals to maximize performance of non-instructional functions in support of the educational goals of the district
  • Develops and implements short- and long-term budget plans based on the district's strategic objectives
  • Clearly and effectively communicates with, and presents information to, governing bodies, policy makers, federal and state law making bodies, local community districts, parental districts, news media, and other interested parties upon request of the Superintendent
  • Develops and maintains positive working relations with local, state, and federal government and community partners
  • Eliminates workflow bottlenecks and streamlines processes and protocols by serving as point person between leadership and departments
  • Develops and institutes a customer-based approach to district's financial operations to serve students in the most effective and cost-efficient manner
  • Serves as strategic leader and thought partner for Superintendent and Superintendent's Cabinet
  • Supports Superintendent in driving district accountability and responsiveness to student, educator, and community needs
  • Creates a culture of engagement and expectations with principals and other administrators
  • Provides guidance and direction to managers toward their professional development to ensure and maintain a skilled department staff
  • Assists in ensuring district compliance with local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations; analyzes and interprets government regulations and statutes
  • Oversees compilation, preparation, and distribution of statistical and other data for federal, State Department of Education, and local reports
  • Creates presentations as necessary when required by the Superintendent
  • Ensures the implementation of district policies and procedures throughout the school system
  • Along with the Deputy Superintendent, leads the implementation of the annual budget process which includes a stakeholder engagement strategy
  • Directs fund management, position management, accounts receivable, annual budget preparation and monitoring, procurement of equipment and supplies, and payroll within the boundaries established by the Superintendent and Board of Education
  • Develops and maintains long-range financial forecasts of revenues and expenditures
  • Participates, as needed, in collective bargaining and provides cost estimates of Board and union proposals
  • Develops and implements procedures and processes for the efficient management, use, monitoring, and reporting of expenditures for general and special funds
  • Approves payments, requisitions, and budgetary transfers as needed
  • Works with the Director of Budget and Grants Management to identify funding sources for unbudgeted items
  • Assists in the production of the annual Educational Financial System (EFS) for the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the City of Hartford
  • As needed, testifies before the Board of Education, City Council, Municipal Accountability Review Board (MARB), City administration, and committees of the State General Assembly on financial matters
  • Participates in the effective negotiation of contracts that enhance the educational environment for schools in a cost-effective way
  • Supports the financial goals of the District
  • Assures financial compliance with City, State, and Federal laws and regulations
  • Ensures staff assists principals and other leaders in implementing and monitoring their budget expenditures
  • Reviews budget estimates for grant applications and other initiatives
  • Provides for regular training of central office and school staff on financial management systems and processes
  • Reviews potential legislative changes in State and Federal education funding
  • Partners with Office of Talent Management (OTM) in selection and oversight of the district's benefit plans
  • Works cooperatively with the City of Hartford's Department of Finance
  • Performs other duties as directed by the Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, or designee
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, education, or related field; advanced degree (JD, MBA, MPA, or CPA) preferred
  • Extensive (over 10 years) relevant work experience and knowledge of business, finance, schools/district management, personnel management, information technology, ancillary services, and operations
  • At least five (5) years of senior level experience working directly with superintendents, executive cabinet leaders, school board members, nonprofits, or community representatives preferred
  • Evidence of successful experience leading major change management efforts, preferably in public schools/education or a similar organization
  • Evidence of successful experience developing and implementing efficient systems and processes
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee large and complex budgets
  • Experience with state and/or federal grants management
  • Familiarity with MUNIS accounting software is a definite advantage
  • Evidence of successful experience in an urban school district, nonprofit organization, or public institution
  • Experience with bargaining unit contract administration and negotiation preferred
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and strong judgment
  • Professional demeanor, customer service orientation, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong, effective oral and written communications skills, as well as interpersonal skills
  • Organizational skills, including follow-up and meticulous attention to detail
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently
  • Service orientation towards supporting schools, the Superintendent, and the City of Hartford
  • Operate with proficiency a computer and assigned software programs, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn to use new software related to job responsibilities
Certification Requirements

Connecticut certification in School Business Administrator (085) or the ability to acquire such certification is strongly preferred; though, Connecticut Intermediate Administration or Supervision Certification (092) may be considered.

Salary and Terms of Employment

This non-bargaining position has a 12-Month work year. Salary will be in accordance with an individual employment contract, based on a salary range of $170,000 - $190,000.

Evaluation

Evaluated annually

Union Affiliation

Not applicable

Application Procedure

To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools' online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at https://www.hartfordschools.org. Candidates' application and supporting documents will be reviewed. Candidates will be contacted directly by the hiring manager for interviews.

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