Cfo/Business Manager

Job Description:

The Danbury Public Schools serves a diverse community of more than 2,200 employees working in twenty (20) school and administration buildings located across the City, all in service of a population of over 12,000 students annually. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is charged with oversight of this District's nearly $213 million annual budget, that includes federal, state and local funds. Bearing both Alliance and Priority School District designations from the Connecticut State Department of Education, this urban school district leads the State in the number of high need students, including Multilanguage Learners, identified Special Education students, and those students eligible for Free and Reduced Lunch. The successful candidate for this position must bring demonstrated experience in financial management at a senior level, preferably with public finance experience specifically, as well as forecasting experience to our fiscally challenged environment. The next CFO of this District must demonstrate a drive to work collaboratively and effectively with the Superintendent and the core leadership team to find creative, meaningful and lasting solutions to the current budget challenges faced by the reduction of state, federal and local funding in this current post-pandemic stage.

Qualification:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree preferred.

• State of CT certification in School Business Administration (085) required. Additional certification in Intermediate Administration preferred.

• 5 years of experience in accounting, finance and business operations required, public finance experience preferred.

• 3-5 years of demonstrated experience as a School Business official in Connecticut, with urban experience preferred.

• Ability to work effectively within a large data based finance platform critical to success. Experience working specifically in Infinite Visions/Tyler Technologies, Frontline, and Powerschool is preferred.

• Strong communication and presentation skills required.

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively on a small leadership team to solve critical problems.

Terms and Conditions:

This CFO works on a 12 month schedule and will be offered a contract of employment. A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience, with salary ranging from $175,000-$200,000. Generous paid time off will be provided in keeping with the terms of comparable cabinet level staff.

Application Procedure:

Apply Online

Please submit two letters of recommendation from direct supervisors, along with a brief statement of interest that highlights the particular skills and experience you bring to this CFO position given the current economic climate.

All applicants must apply online at www.danbury.k12.ct.us