Public Education Finance Leader

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Sick days and Vacation days

Job summary

Newark Board of Education is seeking a Fiscal Officer in the Office of Early Childhood. The role oversees financial resources, directs budgeting and auditing activities, and provides strategic guidance to senior management.

The candidate should have advanced accounting credentials or a degree with accounting focus, plus several years of supervisory experience in public finance. A driver’s license is required where necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with accounting credits; five years supervisory experience.
• Master's degree with 21 accounting credits; four years supervisory experience.
• Professional credentials like CPA/ CMA preferred; NJ eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct financial resources for the Office of Early Childhood.
• Supervise professional staff, prepare and audit financial reports and budgets.
• Forecast expenditures, monitor allocations, and ensure compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Budgeting

Auditing

Financial analysis

Supervisory experience

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance/Public Administration/Business Administration

Job description

Newark Board of Education is seeking a Fiscal Officer in the Office of Early Childhood. The role oversees financial resources, directs budgeting and auditing activities, and provides strategic guidance to senior management.

The candidate should have advanced accounting credentials or a degree with accounting focus, plus several years of supervisory experience in public finance. A driver’s license is required where necessary.