CFO Search has been retained by a prominent school district located in a desirable suburb just south of Seattle, Washington. Our client has an immediate opening for an experienced Chief Financial Officer. This is a strategic finance role that will work hand in hand with the Superintendent on improving financial and operational efficiencies. Competitive salary, excellent work/life balance and outstanding benefits (including 28 vacation days) offered. This is a collaborative, family oriented work environment. The superintendent has an open-door policy and is an excellent mentor.
School District:
- Consists of 2875 Students, 400 Employees and 5 Schools
- Conveniently located 10 minutes from SeaTac in a growing and prosperous area
- Excellent Work/Life Balance and Comprehensive Benefits Package w/ 40 days of PTO (28 vacation + 12 sick days)
Position:
- Compensation is $145,000 to $185,000 with exceptional benefits
- Reports to Superintendent and serves as principal advisor to the Board of Directors, Superintendent and Cabinet
- Superintendent has an Open Door Policy and is an excellent mentor
- Directs and oversees the activities of Finance and Accounting, Procurement, A/P & A/R, Risk Management, Budget and Financial Planning, Grant Development, Payroll, Treasury and Cash Management and Financial Reporting
Responsibilities:
- Serves as principal advisor to the Board of Directors, Superintendent and Cabinet in matters related to Financial Activities, Compliance, Efficiencies, Investments and Strategies
- Directs and oversees the activities of Finance and Accounting, Procurement, A/P & A/R, Risk Management, Budget and Financial Planning, Grant Development, Payroll, Treasury and Cash Management and Financial Reporting
- Oversee the preparation and development of a 10-year capital funding program incorporating corrective measures as needed to address deferred maintenance needs
- Build complex financial models and forecast trends and determine their impact on school district
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA and/or CPA a plus
- 10+ years of progressive Finance/Accounting experience including 5 years Management, Experience in Public Sector or School District preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of, cash management, investment strategies, public debt financing, budgeting, advanced accounting theory, and applicable federal and state rules and regulations
- Experience managing employees and budgets
Interested candidates should contact our Director of Recruiting at: mikemaggard@cfo-search.com
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