Location: Hartford,CT, USA
POSITION : Senior Executive Director of Finance and BudgetREPORTS TO : Deputy Superintendent of Schools (Primary) / and the Superintendent of Schools (Secondary)SUPERVISES : Executive Director of Financial Management, Risk and Benefits Manager, Director, Financial Planning & Grants Management, Contract Analyst, Payroll Manager, Financial Systems ManagerPRIMARY FUNCTION : The Senior Executive Director of Finance and Budget will have broad responsibility for day-to-day financial activities, as well as oversight roles for a $450 million plus budget. The Senior Executive Director is charged with oversight of appropriate controls and reports to assure compliance with state and federal laws.RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :Designs and implements the annual budget request process which includes a stakeholder engagement strategy.Directs fund management, position management, accounts receivable, annual budget preparation and monitoring, procurement of equipment and supplies, within the boundaries established by the Superintendent and Board of Education.Approves payments, requisitions and budgetary transfers as needed.Works with the Director, Financial Planning and Grants Management to identify funding sources for unbudgeted items.Assists in the production of the annual EFS for the CT State Department of Education and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the City of Hartford.Assists with audit-related activities.Testifies before the Board of Education, City Council, Municipal Accountability Review Board (MARB) City administration, and committees of the State General Assembly on financial matters.Supports the financial goals of the Superintendent.Assures financial compliance with City, State, and Federal laws and regulations.Assists principals and other leaders in implementing and monitoring their budget expenditures.Reviews budget estimates for grant applications and other initiatives.Provides guidance and direction to subordinate managers toward their professional development to ensure and maintain a competent business unit.Reviews potential legislative changes in State and Federal education funding.Serves as the Plan Administrator for the district's benefit plans and oversees risk management activities, including Workers' Compensation.Works cooperatively with City of Hartford's Department of Finance.Performs other duties as directed by Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent.SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :Deep understanding of the urban school system environment and commitment to improving student achievement.Passionately believes that all students can achieve at high levels.Demonstrates cultural competence and a deep understanding of and empathy for issues facing urban families.Builds and maintains strong relationships.Works successfully alone or on a team.Strong verbal and written communication skills; tailors message for the audience, context, and mode of communication.Understands how various systems / departments interact to achieve the long-term goal.Makes decisions using data and technological resources.Identifies and prioritizes mission critical issues with alignment of people, time and resources.Offers innovative solutions to seemingly intractable problems.Motivates, inspires, and moves other adults to action to achieve ambitious goals.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :Bachelor's degree in finance or related area; advanced degree (MBA) preferred; CPA preferred.Extensive (over 10 years) relevant work experience and knowledge of all aspects of municipal accounting, education funding, and financial management required.Demonstrated ability to oversee large and complex budgets.Expertise with State and Federal grant management.Familiarity with MUNIS accounting software a definite advantage.Service orientation toward supporting schools, the Superintendent, and the City of Hartford.Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills vital.CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT : School Business Administrator certification (085) or eligibility to apply for and attain certification required.SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : 12-Month work year. Non-Bargaining Grid. Salary by individual employment contract and to be determined based on experience.EVALUATION : Evaluated annually.UNION AFFILIATION : Not applicable.APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools' online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and approximately 16,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools, located in the capital city of Connecticut.An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D#J-18808-Ljbffr