Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Deputy Chief Financial Officer assists in running the day-to-day operations of the division, actively monitoring and managing financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, reporting and auditing processes, to ensure efficient use of funds, compliance with regulations and alignment with strategic goals. The incumbent of this position will assist with providing financial support for the executive team, the Board of Education and other stakeholders. The Deputy Chief Financial Officer will directly supervise the operational and compliance functions of Payroll & Absence Management, Benefits & Retirements Services, as well as Risk Management & Worker’s Compensation. The incumbent of this position serves as CFO in the CFO’s absence.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supports the CFO on strategic and tactical matters, and is responsible for providing reporting, projections and analysis to support senior management in decision-making;
- Initiates and develops overall objectives for the division in concert with the CFO; assesses needs, establishes procedures, develops specific objectives and strategies and implements the processes and procedures for the evaluation of each program/initiative;
- Engages and works collaboratively with leadership of other offices to ensure accountability and proper management and use of the district’s financial resources;
- Serves as key liaison for compliance audits and reviews, including but not limited to Internal Audit, Office of Integrity and Compliance, Office of Legislative Affairs and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE);
- Facilitates change management for the division, providing support for business processes and implements change initiatives as needed;
- Keeps abreast of all federal, state, local and Board mandates to advise the CFO on relevant changes or additions to policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems;
- Assists in providing financial data and periodic reports to the Board of Education, the Superintendent and agencies, as needed;
- Interprets Board policies and procedures to staff and makes recommendations to the CFO regarding policies and procedures pertinent to the operation of the division; ensures that administrative practices and procedures are updated on a routine basis; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Considerable knowledge of public administration principles and practices;
- Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local governmental and other agency relationships and budgetary requirements affecting public school operations;
- Considerable knowledge of governmental budgeting methods and the operational relationships between the budgeting, accounting and data processing functions;
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) concepts and updates;
- Strategic leader with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, diverse and mission-driven environment; skilled at building, inspiring and leading a team;
- Exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple complex projects while communicating status and progress;
- Collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality;
- Ability to support the management of financial operations, control expenditures and related activities;
- Ability to effectively present and communicate through a variety of forums, including presentations, community forums and internal meetings; and
- Ability to develop, implement and maintain highly complex reporting systems.
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, public administration or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. A minimum of eight (8) years of related work experience and experience with financial management in a complex organization such as a local government, non-profit or business required.
Certification:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises and provides guidance/oversight to assigned personnel.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
Working Environment:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Additional Information:
Work schedules may include evenings and weekends. Incumbent may be required to work beyond normal hours with little or no advanced notice.
