Strategic Finance Director – K-12 Education

District Office; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County School District District Office in Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the district’s financial operations. This exempt role oversees budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and state regulations while guiding data-driven decision-making.

The successful candidate will manage staff, coordinate the annual budget process, and partner with Human Resources on cost projections and revenue reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of public-school finances and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting functions.
• Ability to develop and monitor district budgets and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and evaluate finance staff and programs.
• Direct the district budget development and annual financial projections.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, and position control processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and district/state/federal requirements.
• Prepare financial reports for leadership and Board of Trustees.

Skills

Public finance

Budgeting

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

CSBO credential

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Chester County School District District Office in Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the district’s financial operations. This exempt role oversees budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and state regulations while guiding data-driven decision-making.

The successful candidate will manage staff, coordinate the annual budget process, and partner with Human Resources on cost projections and revenue reporting.