Interim Director of Finance

Ridgefield-Public-Schools; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgefield Public Schools in Ridgefield, CT seeks an Interim Director of Finance to lead district financial operations for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year.

The CFO will oversee payroll, purchasing, budget development (FY2028), internal controls, reporting to the Superintendent and Board, and coordination of audits, with emphasis on transparency and fiscal accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience in school district finance, budgeting, and operations.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and internal controls.
• Ability to lead staff and implement improvements.
• Analytical, organized, and communicative with problem-solving skills.
• CT SBA certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Chief Financial Officer for the district, providing leadership and oversight of all financial and business operations.
• Supervises Business Office personnel and oversees payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, general ledger management, bank reconciliations, tax reporting, and health insurance reporting.
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records and maintains effective internal controls and procedures.
• Monitors the District's operating budget, analyzes expenditures and financial trends, and develops reliable year-end projections.
• Prepares and presents monthly financial reports to the Superintendent and Board of Education, including budget variances, expenditure projections, and recommendations for necessary adjustments.
• Leads the financial development of the FY2028 operating budget, working closely with the Superintendent and District leadership to develop accurate projections, analyze expenditure trends, identify cost drivers, and prepare comprehensive budget documents for the Superintendent, Board of Education, and town.
• Evaluates existing financial systems and business practices and implements improvements to strengthen efficiency, accountability, and financial oversight.
• Collaborates with District administrators to ensure effective budget management and adherence to established financial procedures.
• Oversees purchasing, bidding, contracts, and procurement processes in cooperation with the Assistant Business Manager.
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of required state and federal financial reports and coordinates annual audit activities.
• Provides financial oversight and works collaboratively with District leadership in the areas of facilities, capital planning, transportation, and food services.
• Advises the Superintendent on financial matters, identifies potential fiscal risks, and recommends appropriate strategies and corrective actions.

Skills

Budget management

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Staff leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Connecticut School Business Administrator certification (085)

Tools

Infinite Visions

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Ridgefield Public Schools

• Position Type: Administration/ Director of Finance
• Location: Central Office

Ridgefield Public Schools announces a vacancy for an Interim Director of Finance, effective immediately, for the remainder of the 2026�2027 school year. Ridgefield is a suburban town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, approximately 55 miles northeast of New York City.

The District seeks an experienced financial leader to oversee business operations, ensure sound fiscal management, strengthen financial practices, and play a key leadership role in the development of the FY2028 operating budget.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as Chief Financial Officer for the school district, providing leadership and oversight of all financial and business operations.
• Supervises Business Office personnel and oversees payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, general ledger management, bank reconciliations, tax reporting, and health insurance reporting.
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records and maintains effective internal controls and procedures.
• Monitors the District's operating budget, analyzes expenditures and financial trends, and develops reliable year-end projections.
• Prepares and presents monthly financial reports to the Superintendent and Board of Education, including budget variances, expenditure projections, and recommendations for necessary adjustments.
• Leads the financial development of the FY2028 operating budget, working closely with the Superintendent and District leadership to develop accurate projections, analyze expenditure trends, identify cost drivers, and prepare comprehensive budget documents for the Superintendent, Board of Education, and town.
• Evaluates existing financial systems and business practices and implements improvements to strengthen efficiency, accountability, and financial oversight.
• Collaborates with District administrators to ensure effective budget management and adherence to established financial procedures.
• Oversees purchasing, bidding, contracts, and procurement processes in cooperation with the Assistant Business Manager.
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of required state and federal financial reports and coordinates annual audit activities.
• Provides financial oversight and works collaboratively with District leadership in the areas of facilities, capital planning, transportation, and food services.
• Advises the Superintendent on financial matters, identifies potential fiscal risks, and recommends appropriate strategies and corrective actions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in school district finance, budgeting, and business operations.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, accounting practices, and applicable regulations.
• Proven ability to lead staff, assess financial operations, and implement improvements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated commitment to fiscal accountability, accuracy, and transparency.
• Experience with Infinite Visions preferred.
• Connecticut School Business Administrator certification (085), or eligibility for an appropriate authorization, preferred.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Reports to Superintendent of Schools

SALARY

• $150,000 - $200,000 full time annual salary which will be prorated for the start date and/or full or part-time status.

The Ridgefield Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

-An Equal Opportunity - Affi… Employer-

Postings current as of 10/29/2026 4:58:41 PM CST.

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