Position Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Business Services
Reports To: Superintendent Supervises: Business Department
Classification: Certified Status: Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt Benefit Eligible: Yes
Work Year: 12 months Salary: min $98,250
Qualifications

Any Combination equivalent to:
Master's degree in finance, business, accounting, or public administration or CPA preferred.
Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, public administration or related field and five years increasingly responsible experience in public school district auditing, budgeting, payroll and administration or
The equivalent combination of experience and education that demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the position. Increasingly responsible experience in public accounting or public school business administration with at least four (4) years at a management level in a complex computerized environment.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in public school auditing, business administration.
IVP fingerprint clearance card through AZ Department of Public Safety

Function

To provide strategic financial leadership and stewardship of all fiscal operations of the district, ensuring alignment with the district’s mission, goals, and legal compliance.

Responsibilities and Requirements
FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP AND BUDGETING

Develops, manages, and monitors the district’s annual budget in compliance with state and federal requirements
Provides timely financial forecasts, analysis, and reporting to the Superintendent, Governing Board, and stakeholders
Oversees and implements budget procedures ensuring site-level input and transparency

ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING

Supervises all accounting operations including payroll, accounts payable, and receivables
Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with auditing standards
Oversees the investment and safeguarding of district funds

PROCUREMENT, INVENTORY AND RISK MANAGEMENT

Ensures all purchasing procedures comply with state procurement laws and district policy
Oversees warehousing, inventory systems, and distribution of district materials
Manages risk mitigation efforts, including insurance coverage and asset protection
Plans, implements, and manages all district insurance programs, including liability, property, and employee coverage
Manages district-owned real estate and related financial considerations, including leasing, acquisitions, and property compliance

FACILITIES AND CAPITAL PROJECTS

Oversees fiscal planning and financial oversight of facility maintenance and capital improvements
Coordinates financial aspects of construction, bond, and capital projects in conjunction with operations staff

SUPPORT SERVICES OVERSIGHT

Provides fiscal oversight for food service, transportation, and other operational departments
Partners with support service departments to align operational goals with financial planning

STAFF PERSONNEL

Responsible for recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of assigned business services staff
Promotes professional development and cross-training within the department

GOVERNANCE & STRATEGIC PLANNING

Supports and advises the Superintendent and Governing Board on fiscal policy and long-range planning
Attends Governing Board meetings, prepares financial documents, and presents information as needed
Upholds Board policies and supports board decisions to staff and the public

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Responsible to pursue personal and professional growth development.
Responsible in remaining current and up to date in all matters pertaining to financial and business operations of the district.

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

Responsible for assisting in the development, implementation and interpretation of policies, regulation and procedures as they pertain to the position.
Responsible for assisting the administrative team in the research, training, interpretation, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of identified financial and support issues.
Supports Administrative Team decisions, to the public and staff.
Responsible for performing other job-related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

EFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOVERNING BOARD

Interprets and executes the intent of Board policy pertaining to Business Services.
Supports Board policy and actions to the public and staff.
Attends and participates in all meetings of the Board as required.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Responsible to pursue personal and professional growth development.
Responsible in remaining current and up-to-date in all matters pertaining to financial and business operations of the district.

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

Responsible for assisting in the development, implementation and interpretation of policies, regulation and procedures as they pertain to the position.
Responsible for assisting the administrative team in the research, training, interpretation, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of identified financial and support issues.
Supports Administrative Team decisions, to the public and staff.
Responsible for performing other job related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

EFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOVERNING BOARD

Interprets and executes the intent of Board policy pertaining to Business Services.
Supports Board policy and actions to the public and staff.
Attends and participates in all meetings of the Board as required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Effort
Repetitive motion and eye strain through extensive utilization of computer hardware and software.
May require lifting materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.

EEOC
Lake Havasu Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. Administrators and supervisors reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $98,250.00 - $113,250.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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