Strategic Financial Operations Lead – School District

Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Public Schools in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Financial Management Supervisor to oversee the district's Business Office, procurement, and related accounting functions.

Reporting to the CFO, you will ensure internal controls, manage accounts payable, budget transfers, and financial reporting in compliance with regulations. The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and collaboration with city departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or business admin is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum five years in business admin or accounting.
• At least two years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in Office 365 and related software.
• Knowledge of MUNIS and Formstack preferred.
• Experience in education setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and supervises the district Business Office and procurement processes.
• Oversees accounts payable, budgeting transfers, and journal entries.
• Manages vendor relations and inquiries.
• Administers copier/printer operations and district inventory.
• Ensures internal controls and financial compliance with regulations.
• Prepares and tracks bank statements for student activity accounts.
• Coordinates with City departments on purchasing and accounts payable.
• Provides professional development on procurement and AP policies.
• Performs duties as assigned by CFO.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative experience

Supervisory skills

Office 365

MUNIS

Formstack

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

MUNIS

Formstack

Job description

Bridgeport Public Schools in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Financial Management Supervisor to oversee the district's Business Office, procurement, and related accounting functions.

Reporting to the CFO, you will ensure internal controls, manage accounts payable, budget transfers, and financial reporting in compliance with regulations. The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and collaboration with city departments.