EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Brevard Public Schools; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brevard Public Schools in Melbourne, FL seeks an Executive Director of Finance to lead the district's financial operations. The role focuses on planning, budgeting, accounting, reporting, and internal controls, with a path toward Chief Financial Officer as determined by leadership.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in a related field, at least five years in management with budgeting experience, and three years of supervisory work. CPA/GFOA credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Graduate or undergraduate degree in Accounting, Mathematics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in management, budgeting, accounting, or financial operations.
• Experience with large, complex operating budgets.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory or administrative experience.
• Desirable: CPA or GFOA certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage, and oversee the District’s fiscal affairs.
• Provide leadership in financial planning, budgeting, accounting, reporting, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Develop training, mentorship, and progressive responsibility toward potential appointment as Chief Financial Officer.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Accounting oversight

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/related field

CPA/GFOA certification desirable

Job description

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

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Job Details

Job ID: 5775437

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Jun 11, 2026 5:05 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

SUMMARY Assists the Superintendent with coordination, management, and oversight of the District’s fiscal affairs. Provides leadership in financial planning, budgeting, accounting, reporting, and internal controls while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Serves as a developmental executive role, providing training, mentorship, and progressive responsibility toward potential appointment as Chief Financial Officer, as determined by the Superintendent and District School Board.

Education and Relevant Experience Requirements:

• Required: Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education required.
• Graduate or undergraduate degree in Accounting, Mathematics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in management, accounting, budgeting, or financial operations, preferably within a public school district or comparable public-sector organization.
• Experience working with large, complex operating budgets
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or administrative experience.
• REFERRED/DESIRED: Experience in a large K–12 public school district.
• Demonstrated experience preparing district-level budgets and financial reports.
• Experience supporting collective bargaining or labor cost analysis.
• PREFERRED/DESIRED: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certified Public Finance Officer or similar c

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Administration > Business/Finance
• Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
• Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Susan Kirk , HR Recruiter
• 2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way
• Viera, Florida 32940
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]