Strategic School Finance Director

DealHub Ltd.; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

DealHub Ltd. is seeking a senior finance leader for a district-level role overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial stewardship. You will align resources with strategic priorities, lead the annual budget process, and supervise revenue projections and treasury activities.

You will advise the Superintendent and Board on financial forecasting, tax rates, and bond execution, while ensuring robust internal controls and governance across the district's finances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business; Master’s preferred.
• CPA preferred; five years in district finance and budgeting experience.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting and leadership.
• Knowledge of school finance, budgeting systems and economics.
• Ability to manage diverse district functions through managers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic financial advisor to Superintendent and Board, aligning resources with priorities.
• Direct the preparation of the annual budget.
• Supervise development of revenue projections and ensure funds comply with policies.
• Evaluate supervisory personnel under direct authority.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and treasury functions.
• Advise on financial forecasting, tax rates, and bond execution.
• Plan and monitor expenditures of bond funds.
• Collaborate with financial advisors and bond counsel on bonds.
• Foster culture of financial accountability and continuous improvement.
• Implement internal controls and audit procedures to protect assets.
• Lead cross-functional teams for needs assessment and district tech program.
• Oversee district insurance benefits and committees.
• Report financial projections to the board.
• Collaborate with principals and curriculum staff on instructional needs.
• Perform other duties; maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial forecasting

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

CPA preferred

5+ years in school district finance

Knowledge of school finance and budgeting systems

Information systems & financial applications

Excellent oral and written communication

Job description

DealHub Ltd. is seeking a senior finance leader for a district-level role overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial stewardship. You will align resources with strategic priorities, lead the annual budget process, and supervise revenue projections and treasury activities.

You will advise the Superintendent and Board on financial forecasting, tax rates, and bond execution, while ensuring robust internal controls and governance across the district's finances.