Chief Financial Officer

JobID: 21954

Position Type:
LEAD - CENTRAL OFFICE PROFESSIONAL/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)

Date Posted:
1/3/2025

Location:
GREENWOOD BLDG E (098501)

Closing Date:
01/09/2025

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CLASS TITLE: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

SUMMARY: Leads the Financial Services Division in implementing best practices in public sector financial management and planning. Administers both operational and programmatic support to Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) to ensure short and long term prudent fiscal operations including management of all assets and liabilities. Acts as the spokesperson for BCPS on all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and securing new funding. Manages and provides oversight for all financial and related services ensuring they align with Baltimore County Public School’s strategic plan and long-range goals. Collaborates with the Superintendent and Cabinet to lead the budget process and communicate with all stakeholders. Administers the distribution of financial resources in accordance with allocations determined by the state and approved by the Board of Education. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Leads the strategic plan goals regarding effective and efficient financial operations to ensure proper stewardship, equitable allocation of resources, and performance monitoring.
2. Serves as a member of the Superintendent’s leadership team and acts as Superintendent’s designee in division-wide financial matters.
3. Executes an annual budget process that communicates the needs identified by the Superintendent, Cabinet, and Board of Education that results in approval of the required funding.
4. Supervises major functions of the Financial Services Division including Accounting Services, Budget, Payroll, Grants and Awards Accounting, Purchasing, and Insurance.
5. Leads the Financial Services Division in fiscal planning and management in development and implementation of appropriate regulations, monitoring processes, and internal audit procedures.
6. Prepares and presents long-range financial plans and forecasts and communicates fiscal matters to the Board of Education and community.
7. Establishes policies and procedures in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes to ensure strong internal controls.
8. Provides useful, timely financial reports to convey information to the Board of Education and division program managers on a regular basis.
9. Directs the budgeting, accounting and reporting of all funds (e.g., assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses) in compliance with school system policies, and federal, state, and local regulations and requirements.
10. Directs the funding development of capital improvement and bonding.
11. Assesses the financial impact of legislation, ballot measures, and negotiations, and participates in bargaining unit negotiations.
12. Evaluates staff as assigned.
13. Completes all trainings and other compliance requirements as assigned and by the designated deadline.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Education or a related field. Five years of successful experience in leadership and/or business management with financial responsibilities in full-service system. Major education emphasis in school system or public agency with annual large-dollar budget preferred. Experience in a diverse workplace.

Licenses and Certificates:
Maryland certification endorsed for Administrator II or School Business Official preferred. Possession of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communications skills. Demonstration of strong leadership and management skills. Thorough knowledge of the principles, procedures, and practices of public school operations, development of a public budget, and understanding of the interaction of the various departments within a school division. Working knowledge of automated payroll, accounting, and budgeting systems. Thorough knowledge of accounting, budget, and finance operations. Extensive knowledge of Maryland Model Procurement Laws, Maryland School Laws, and school system procedures and guidelines and ability to effectively interpret and communicate those laws. Knowledge of personal computers and office software applications. Knowledge of presentation software applications.

Ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with the Board of Education, school personnel, senior leadership, parents, government agencies, and members of the community. Effective communication skills.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. Work of this class involves travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights and weekends.

FLSA: Exempt

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Homer L. McCall II
Chief Human Resources Officer
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 2120