CFO Position in Elko, NV - Nevadacpa

Description

Department:
Business and Financial Services

Reports to:
Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, Directors

Category:
Unlicensed


FLSA Status:
Exempt


Position Summary:

This position functions to serve as the Chief Financial Officer, Business and Financial Services Department of the Elko County School District.

This position is responsible for leading, managing and supervising the functions of Accounting, Budget, Purchasing, Risk Management as it applies to Fiscal impacts, and Financial Management Information Systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

Plans, organizes, leads, directs, evaluates and coordinates a variety of programs, projects and activities related to District financial functions including budget, accounting, external audits, payroll services, attendance accounting, program accounting and accounts payable.

Implements programs to ensure the financial stability of the District and approves financial plans and budgets.

Directs and reviews the administration of financial activities via appropriate administrators and staff; focusing on strategies for directing more of the District's resources to support the work in schools and in the classroom.

Formulates financial analyses and provides financial data as required for District labor negotiations.
Develops, monitors, and manages District debt policy, Pay-as-you-go and bond issues.

Directs the District's investment and cash management programs, as related to the District's investments and functions as the custodian of a variety of trust funds.

Serves as the primary fiscal liaison with Elko County and the Nevada Department of Education (NDE).
Prepares, administers, and controls the annual general fund budget and all special fund budgets.
Provides technical expertise regarding assigned functions; formulates and develops District fiscal policies and procedures.

Provide budgetary impact and information to management as they develop and implement long and short-term plans and activities for assigned areas and the District.

Communicates with other administrators; District personnel; resolves issues and conflicts; and exchanges information.

Assists school-site staff in budget development and administration, including maintenance of financial and position controls and functional supervision over financial management of student body activities in all schools.

Develops and maintains adequate internal control systems over the financial assets and financial record-keeping activities of the district.

Develops and prepares the annual budget for risk management functions of the District; monitors and authorizes expenditures in accordance with established guidelines.

Analyzes the District's claim, loss, and accident history and communicates with District Leadership potential methods to eliminate or minimize risks and possible losses.

Directs the management information system as it pertains to the financial, encumbering, accounting, payroll, and budgeting function of the District.

Centralizes accounting for expenditures and property, expenditure forecasting, cash-flow management, investment of surplus funds, maintenance of official accounting records, and related functions.

Oversee the payment of and accounting for salary disbursements.
Consults with and advises District leadership regarding legal and procedural requirements of the District's financial management.
Oversees the contracting and commitment functions.
Participates in negotiations and contracting of major initiatives including insurance, employee group (union contracts, capital purchases, and other significant acquisitions.
Prepares and oversees all reporting through the Nevada Department of Taxation and the Nevada Department of Education.

Oversee the auditing program for all district funds and work cooperatively with the districts independent auditors in conducting the annual audit.

Performs other duties related to the position, as assigned.

Position Expectations:

Communicate and collaborate across the organization with the intent of building trust, developing relationships, involving others in decision making, sharing information and fostering teamwork.

Demonstrate respect for diverse student and staff populations; responds to others utilizing culturally responsive strategies.
Anticipate problems and conflicts and use them as opportunities to initiate thoughtful action and innovation.

Promote an environment for excellence that models honesty and integrity, fosters self-motivated and self-renewing behavior and helps others perform at their best.

Exhibit high personal motivation, energy, and enthusiasm; set high performance standards of self and others.

Motivates others and design activities to assist others in meeting organizational goals and demonstrate skills in facilitation of groups to accomplish tasks and to make decisions.

Be receptive to new ideas and change; commit to personal and professional development.

Establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation, or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all students and staff.

Foster an environment that focuses on quality results while motivating, developing, and supporting a diverse staff, encouraging continuous improvement; and working effectively as a member of a diverse team.

Use and encourage creative thinking that appropriately challenges current practices, honors diversity, and leads to better learning for all students.

Education and Training:

An earned master's degree in business administration (MBA), a master's degree in a related field, and/or certification and training as a certified public accountant (CPA) from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and Certifications:
None specified.

Experience:
Ten (10) or more years of professional work experience in finance and operations.
Experience working in municipal and/or educational sectors.

Preferred Qualifications:

Five (5) or more years of professional work experience in finance and operations for a school district or similar governmental agency.

Experience working in a large organization with an annual budget of more than $100 million.
Executive-level administrative experience with similar scope and responsibility as the position requires.

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