Strategic Education Finance Leader (CFO)

Memspa; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Schools seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead the district's financial operations, overseeing budgeting, accounting, payroll, and purchasing, with regular interaction with the Board and district stakeholders.

The role requires an MBA or CPA and seven to ten years of operational and financial management experience, with strong leadership and communication skills and an emphasis on internal controls and compliant processes.

Qualifications

• MBA or CPA required.
• 7–10 years of operational/financial management experience.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all financial and business aspects of District operations, including budgeting and purchasing.
• Develops and monitors the district budget process with input from stakeholders.
• Leads financial reporting, audits, and GAAP/compliance activities.
• Collaborates with the Board, district leaders, and external advisors.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Punctuality

Education

MBA

CPA

Job description

Grand Rapids Public Schools seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead the district's financial operations, overseeing budgeting, accounting, payroll, and purchasing, with regular interaction with the Board and district stakeholders.

The role requires an MBA or CPA and seven to ten years of operational and financial management experience, with strong leadership and communication skills and an emphasis on internal controls and compliant processes.