Strategic District Finance Leader

DealHub Ltd; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead the district's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with GAAP and state/federal requirements. You will report to the Superintendent and serve on the Executive Cabinet, guiding budgeting, auditing, and financial strategy across all funds.

The role requires extensive leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with school and district leadership to optimize monetary resources and fiscal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting.
• NC School Business Officer Certification preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise district financial programs.
• Prepare multi-year budgets and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and laws.
• Coordinate annual budgets across funds.
• Advise stakeholders on financial resources.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Supervisory skills

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting

NC School Business Officer Certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

FP&A software

Spreadsheet/database tools

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead the district's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with GAAP and state/federal requirements. You will report to the Superintendent and serve on the Executive Cabinet, guiding budgeting, auditing, and financial strategy across all funds.

The role requires extensive leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with school and district leadership to optimize monetary resources and fiscal