Strategic District CFO & Finance Leader

Allentown School District; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Allentown School District seeks a seasoned Business Manager to oversee system-wide financial operations, accounting, budgeting, procurement, and related support functions. The role ensures fiscal accountability and optimal use of resources across the district.

The successful candidate will lead payroll, tax management, audits, and long-range financial planning while collaborating with Human Resources and reporting to the Board. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration/management, accounting or related field.
• Master's in Business Administration or CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum five years experience as a business manager or related role.
• Knowledge of current laws and regulations relating to public school accounting.
• Evidence of school and/or business leadership experience.
• Executive Core Qualifications and ability to lead change, lead people, build coalitions, and achieve district goals.
• Demonstrated skills in computer technology and financial/HR software applications.
• Satisfactory work record and clearances (Acts 34, 114 and 151).

Responsibilities

• Supervises system-wide business affairs, fiscal management, tax collection, procurement, budgetary development and related support functions.
• Works to ensure fiscal accountability and maximize use of resources through reallocations.
• Collaborates with Human Resources to complement their functions for district employees.
• Attends Board meetings and work sessions and required conferences.
• Provides financial data for state and federal grants and helps secure grants.
• Oversees payroll, purchasing, insurance, audits, and long-term budgeting.
• Manages debt service, capital funds, and investment of surplus funds.

Skills

Executive leadership

Communication skills

Business acumen

Change management

People leadership

Education

Bachelor's in business administration or accounting

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Allentown School District seeks a seasoned Business Manager to oversee system-wide financial operations, accounting, budgeting, procurement, and related support functions. The role ensures fiscal accountability and optimal use of resources across the district.

The successful candidate will lead payroll, tax management, audits, and long-range financial planning while collaborating with Human Resources and reporting to the Board. Strong leadership and communication are essential.