Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Reports to: Superintendent
Salary Range: starting is $137,317 consideration will be given for education and experience.
Individual contract
Position Summary
The Harrisburg School District is seeking an experienced and strategic financial leader to serve as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO is responsible for directing and managing all financial operations of the District, including budgeting, accounting, financial planning, risk management, compliance, grants administration, and financial reporting.
As a key member of the Superintendent's leadership team, the CFO will provide strategic guidance to support the District's financial stability, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability. The successful candidate will play a critical role in implementing the financial and operational directives of the Amended Act 141 Recovery Plan while fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, Education, Finance, or a related field required.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible financial management experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing organizational budgets of at least $80 million to $100 million.
- Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory and leadership experience.
Extensive experience in grant management, procurement, and compliance.
***Official job description is attached.