Chief Financial Officer, Administrative Building bei School District of Clayton

The School District of Clayton is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as the Chief Financial Officer. Principal responsibility is to manage the District’s financial operations and annual budget preparation. Establish the finance and accounting policies and procedures for the District. Supervises, plans, and directs the non-instructional operations of the District (i.e. business office, safety and security, maintenance, transportation, food service, print shop). 

Examples of Work Performed:

FINANCIAL SERVICES 

• Supervise and direct staff performing duties relating to all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the District including budgeting, accounts payable, payroll and employee benefits and direct the implementation and interpretation of District policy and procedures relating to assigned areas.
• Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the District.
• Ensure adequate cash flow to meet the District’s needs. Bids and implements depository agreement.
• Calculates the District’s tax levy in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Serves as the District’s Bond Compliance Officer. Coordinates and implements District bond activities including financing, investment, capital expenditures and continuing disclosure in compliance with federal tax and securities law requirements and directives.
• Oversee the coordination and activities of independent auditors and the preparation of the annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Statement on Auditing Standards, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and other federal and state entity regulations. 
• Oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities for the District including monthly Board reports, annual audit, state and federal reporting. 
• Monitor compliance with State, Federal and local laws and regulations.
• Implements a systematic process for district budget development and monitors the efficient expenditure of funds.
• Supervises purchasing procedures ensuring that the district bid process, including vendor selection, is administered in compliance with state statutes and Board of Education policies.
• Oversees the inventory of all fixed assets ensuring all are in accordance with federal and state regulations, as well as the appropriate dispersal of district surplus property.
• Oversees District self-insurance medical program along with purchased insurance/benefit plans. This includes health care coverage analysis collaborating with the District’s benefits consultants and committee as appropriate.
• Develop five-year financial and enrollment projections.
• Serves as the District trustee and oversees administration of the District’s retirement trust. 

OPERATIONS SERVICES 

• Supervises the Director of Facility Services which encompasses construction projects, facility maintenance, facility rentals, environmental services, safety and security, warehouse services, and transportation.
• Supervises the Director of Food Services through monitoring the overall district food service program including food quality, the delivery system, associated department revenue and expenses, as well as compliance with governmental regulations.
• Supervises the Director of Safety and Security which encompasses oversight of SRO staff, camera systems, alert systems, plans, policies and procedures.
• Supervises the District print shop services.
• Serves as liaison between the City of Clayton, CRSWC, and other affiliated users regarding all joint use and affiliated user agreements
• Manages the District’s risk assessment.
• Provides leadership for the District’s long-range master facility planning, including the development and execution of bond issues. Collaborates with architects, engineers, and construction managers on significant school improvements, new construction, and renovation projects to ensure alignment with educational goals, fiscal responsibility, and community expectations.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 

• Serves as a District representative in salary discussions and employee relation issues with employee groups. 
• Serves as liaison with the PTO regarding special projects and accounting inquiries. Also provides training for incoming treasurers.
• Serves on committees of the Board of Education including chair of the District Audit Committee and chair of the Financial Advisory Committee.
• Serves as co-chair of the District’s Social-Emotional and Wellness Committee.
• Investigates legal issues involving non-instructional operations.

PROFESSIONAL 

• Monitors legislative issues as to how they affect school business.
• Represents the District in local, state and national professional organizations.
• Demonstrates commitment for professional development growth by attending educational seminars and conferences, doing personal research, reading related literature and actively sharing the information with others.
• Advocates and provides professional learning opportunities to stakeholders as related to the job functions of the position.

OTHER 

• Prepares special studies and performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Board of Education and Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

When a specific assignment has additional or different Essential Function requirements, the differences will be discussed at the time of assignment.

• (Attendance) - Regular daily attendance is required to oversee the District’s financial control interests.

• (Mobility) - Requires travel to work sites within the District and community.

• (Reading) - Reviews and interprets printed reports to obtain information necessary for decision making, planning and management in assigned area(s).

• (Dexterity) - Operates computer software applications.

• (Writing) - Provides written procedures for plan preparation and implementation; develops information for written reports and correspondence to officials inside and outside the District.

• (Communicating) - Provides instruction to District employees; conducts individual or group meetings; provides oversight supervision and evaluation of assigned staff; communicates with employees, citizens, suppliers, etc. via telephone; communicates with employees, citizens, suppliers, etc. via telephone.

• (Sight) - Observes and evaluates employee performance; visually obtains information from computer monitor.

Physical Demands (Strength)

• Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
• Exerts up to 10 pounds of force frequently , and/or
• Exerts a negligible amount of force constantly.

Tentative Timeline

• SparkHire Video Screening Interview immediately following application. This is part of the application process.
• October 19, 2025 - Posting closes
• October 27, 2025 - Screening interviews via Zoom
• November 3, 2025 - Panel Interviews
• November 10, 2025 - Final Interview with Superintendent
• November 19, 2025 - Recommendation to the Board of Education 
• July 1, 2026 - Start Date

Experience: Five years of successful experience as a financial officer in a school district or related organization.  Experience in a Pre K to 12 school setting is strongly preferred.  A Certified Public Accountant and Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations is preferred. 

Education Preparation: (Formal and Informal)

Requires the use of standard principles to solve practical problems; the ability to handle a variety of variables with limited standardization; the ability to interpret a variety of written or oral instructions; the use of statistic, algebra or geometry formulas; and reading, writing and conversing skills at a level commonly associated with a Master's degree. Knowledge and ability to utilize appropriate technology including financial software. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate financial and operations programs. Ability to supervise others and develop effective working relationships with staff members at all levels, vendors, and community. 

Education: Master's degree required.

Compensation: Highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

FLSA status:  Exempt, administrative position

Work Calendar: 260 day calendar (12 month position) 

Please understand that in order to be considered as a candidate you must complete all steps in the application process. These steps include completing the online application, uploading your cover letter, resume and transcripts, and listing three current references with contact information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the School District of Clayton not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, in its programs or employment practices as required by the Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Full Non-Discrimination Disclosure