Strategic School District CFO & Financial Leader

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plan

Life insurance

State retirement plan

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Job summary

The Chief Financial Officer of the Juneau School District leads the district's financial planning and serves as the principal advisor to the Superintendent and Board on all fiscal matters. The CFO oversees budget development, long-range planning, capital planning, and contract management, ensuring prudent use of public resources to support student success.

The role directs Finance, Payroll, and Food Service operations, and regularly communicates financial information to the School Board,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field.
• Experience in school district business management or related work experience with schools.
• At least three years of progressive supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and training in budgeting and administration.
• Experience in labor relations and contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, financial analysis, research, problem solving, and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Member of the Superintendent's cabinet, providing resources and knowledge to the administration of the district.
• District budget preparation, forecasting and long-term planning.
• Liaison to the City and Borough of Juneau Finance & Engineering Departments
• Issues RFPs on the district's behalf.
• Member of the Labor Relations team during teacher/classified/administrator negotiations
• Member of school board Finance Committee.
• Administers major contracts and procurement activities, including transportation, food service, and other operational services.
• Oversee internal financial controls, audit preparation, risk management practices, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Labor relations

Contract negotiations

Supervisory experience

Communication to diverse audiences

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field

Master's degree in finance or related field

Tools

Infinite Visions ERP

Financial reporting software

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Chief Financial Officer of the Juneau School District leads the district's financial planning and serves as the principal advisor to the Superintendent and Board on all fiscal matters. The CFO oversees budget development, long-range planning, capital planning, and contract management, ensuring prudent use of public resources to support student success.

The role directs Finance, Payroll, and Food Service operations, and regularly communicates financial information to the School Board,