Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Decatur Independent School District; Decatur (TX); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Independent School District is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to oversee all financial and business affairs of the district. The role provides leadership for financial services, directs and monitors funds, and serves as chief financial and budget advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees.

The position requires advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, and accounting systems, with CPA/School CFO experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in school administration, business, accounting or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems and economics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure preparation and integrity of district general accounting records and reports.
• Develop long- and short-term objectives for district business operations and budget.
• Advise superintendent and board on financial condition and strategy.
• Manage district investment portfolio and protect funds.
• Ensure timely payment of financial obligations (payables, notes, debt, payroll).
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure efficiency.
• Oversee auditing programs with external/internal auditors.
• Administer the business office budget and cost-effectiveness.
• Review policies and practices for supervised areas.
• Implement applicable federal/state laws and district policies.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports and TEA submissions.
• Recruit, train, and supervise department staff; address staffing decisions.
• Provide training and improvement plans for staff.
• Attend and present at board meetings; supervise business staff.

Skills

School finance

Budgeting

Data systems

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Budget management

Policy implementation

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Degree in school administration, business, accounting

Job description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Location: Decatur, Texas

Hybrid working environment will be considered

Job Description

Responsible for oversight of all financial and business affairs of the district. Provide leadership for the district’s financial services activity to ensure legally sound and effective management practices. Direct and monitor the management and investment of all district funds and ensure they are adequately protected. Serve as chief financial advisor and budget advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees.

AP9

Salary based on experience

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Degree in school administration, business, accounting, or other related field

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of school finance, budgeting, accounting systems, and economics
• Knowledge of information/data processing systems and financial applications
• Ability to resolve conflict, listen, and appropriately respond to concerns
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• CPA/School CFO
• Administrative or management experience
• Experience with supervisory responsibility in the fields of finance or accounting
• Master Degree preferred
• Bond experience preferred
• AP9

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• 1. Ensure preparation and integrity of all district general accounting records and related financial reports using accepted standards for school accounting as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency.
• 2. Develop long-range and short-term objectives for district’s business operations and prepare district budget. Monitor budget variances and oversee budget adjustments.
• 3. Act as financial advisor to the superintendent and board of trustees and keep them informed of the financial condition of the district.
• 4. Maintain the district’s investment portfolio. Supervise and coordinate the investment of all available funds to the best interest of the school district and ensure that these funds are adequately protected against loss at all times.
• 5. Ensure that all financial obligations of the school district (accounts payable, notes payable, bonded indebtedness, and payroll) are met on a timely basis.
• 6. Implement and maintain internal control procedures to ensure the safeguarding of assets and reliability of accounting data and to promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to prescribed procedures.
• 7. Oversee the auditing program for all district funds and work cooperatively with the district’s independent and internal auditors in conducting periodic audits.
• 8. Administer the business office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
• 9. Review and recommend appropriate policies, administrative regulations, and administrative practices for the areas supervised.
• 10. Implement the policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local Board policy in the areas assigned.
• 11. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including preparing and evaluating monthly financial statements and related budget reports, preparing quarterly and final reports for all federal funds and grants, developing semi-annual financial information for submission of data to TEA, and preparing and publishing comprehensive annual financial report in compliance with Association of School Business Officer (ASBO) standards.
• 12. Select, train, evaluate, and supervise department staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• 13. Develop training options and improvement plans for department staff to enhance the effectiveness of department operations.
• 14. Attend board meetings and make presentations when appropriate and/or requested. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of the business manager, risk manager, payroll supervisor, and department secretary.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $119,050 to $167,816 207

Job Categories:

Administration > Business/Finance

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Taylor Williams , Superintendent
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]