Strategic School Finance Chief & Operations Leader

District 303; St. Charles, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a qualified Chief School Business Official (CSBO) for the 26-27 SY. The CSBO will oversee district finances, budgeting, and reporting, and will lead financial planning, compliance, and internal controls with a start date of July 1, 2027. Experience as a CSBO is preferred.

May be on call after hours and other duties as assigned. The candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills, and have extensive knowledge of school finance and Illinois School Code.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Public Accounting, School Business Administration, or a related field.
• PEL with CSBO Endorsement.
• Five years of senior-level financial management experience, preferably in a large school district.
• Experience with computerized financial management systems and applications.
• Knowledge of school district operations, fund accounting, and Illinois School Code.
• Ability to conduct financial projections, develop strategic plans, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and sound fiscal management.

Responsibilities

• May be on call after hours and other duties as assigned. See job description.

Skills

Financial leadership

Strategic planning

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Leadership

Ethical standards

Fiscal management

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Public Accounting, School Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Financial management software

Job description

Sylvania is seeking a qualified Chief School Business Official (CSBO) for the 26-27 SY. The CSBO will oversee district finances, budgeting, and reporting, and will lead financial planning, compliance, and internal controls with a start date of July 1, 2027. Experience as a CSBO is preferred.

May be on call after hours and other duties as assigned. The candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills, and have extensive knowledge of school finance and Illinois School Code.