Description

TITLE:  CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

LOCATION:   Administrative Service Center

REPORTS TO:   Superintendent

DEPARTMENT:   Fiscal Services

Hours / Work Times 

Generally 8.0 Hours Per Day (7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

260 Days Per Year (July - June)* (*256 days for 2026/2027 School Year due to four furlough days)

Position Duration:  Permanent

Classification Group:  Management/Confidential (non-rep)

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave.

Pay adjustments, if applicable, will be made effective July 1. This job posting is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has exclusive rights to alter the job responsibilities for the position at any time without notice.

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

STANCE STATEMENT:

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial ethnic/cultural, and national backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

SUMMARY STATEMENT:

Under the general direction of the Superintendent, the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for the administration of the overall business and financial operations of the district. The CFO plays a critical role in budget development, financial planning, and analyzing District program expenditures to ensure fiscal and budget integrity. The CFO manages Fiscal Services, Accounting and Purchasing, Capital/Facilities, and Building Rentals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, develops, monitors, publicizes and evaluates the District's budget throughout the year, including processing budget transfers and budget extensions.
• Coordinates the development and oversees the preparation of the district’s budget and related state reporting requirements (F203, F195 and F-196 Reports).
• Perform fiscal research and analysis, and assist school and department managers in these areas.
• Consult/advise the District administrators on department and school budget development and monitoring.
• Provide oversight and supervision to the following Evergreen departments: Fiscal Services, Accounting/Purchasing, Capital/Facilities, and Building Rentals.
• Perform cash flow analyses on District funds, and arrange for short-term financing, if necessary.
• Perform function of District certifying officer for the Board of Directors.
• Compile information and documents for levies, bond sales and other financing arrangements.
• Develop procedures and guidelines for processes within the responsibility of the Fiscal Department and sit on committees developing procedures in other departments.
• Maintain a general knowledge of the District's financial software.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the accounting system as prescribed in the Accounting Manual for Public School Districts in the State of Washington, as well as District policies and procedures.
• Interprets federal, state, and local laws and regulations effecting the financial status and procedures of the district.
• Serve as the district’s audit liaison with the State Auditor’s office and other outside external audit organization.
• Participate as a member of the District Bargaining team.
• Serves on the District Leadership team and Superintendent Advisory Team.
• Research and analyze legislative updates in the Washington State Legislature.
• Present budget and financial information as necessary with external groups.
• Collaborates effectively with others throughout the district to plan, address issues, and solve problems.
• Directs or performs internal audits as necessary.
• Handles confidential matters in an ethical manner.
• Oversees and directs procurement requirements including RFP’s for services, bids in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively participate as a member of the District's management team, Business and Support Services Division management team and confidential team, and the Budget Department team.
• Work closely with Chief Operations Officer.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in accounting, public administration, business administration, or a related field. Master of Business Administration or Finance/Accounting preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory position of a public school financial/business office preferred.
• School district budget/accounting/reporting experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, via E-mail, and in writing.
• Must possess excellent knowledge of current basic accounting and auditing principles.
• Must possess excellent knowledge of state and federal statutory requirements relating to school financial and budgeting.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft business software applications, Google Suite, as well as other word processing software processes.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving.
• Demonstrated skills in the effective management of people and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to a variety of complex issues.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement accounting methods and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and submit written and oral reports relative to fiscal conditions of the school district in an effective manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to a variety of constituents both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to construct, implement and monitor timelines and meet deadlines on projects and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to perform tasks accurately, quickly, and with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a supervisory position.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.
• Demonstrated skills in promoting a strong customer service orientation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five years of experience in school district accounting at a supervisory level.
• Knowledge of the Washington School Information Processing Cooperative (WSIPC) - fiscal system.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Nurtures a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff, informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
• Models instructional leadership and demonstrates a strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
• The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with diverse instructional support services and administrative staff, including perceiving the needs and concerns of others; assisting others in resolving conflicts; motivating others; and designing programs to assist others in meeting organizational goals.