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Job description
June 2, 2026
SCHOOL CITY OF EAST CHICAGO
School Year
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Reports to: Superintendent
Job Classification: Exempt
Length: Twelve Month Year
Job Goal: Supervises and coordinates activities of administrators and staff who are engaged in accounting, business, custodial/maintenance, finance, facilities, food service, human resources, instructional technology, security and transportation and the departments that support the functions of payroll and accounts payable.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities)
Minimum of Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Organizational Development; Administration and Supervision Certificate licenses in Indiana or reciprocal license from another state
Indiana Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) Certification
Minimum of five years administrative experience
Experiences with applicable laws, policies and codes of the Indiana State Board of Accounts Division
Broad understanding of Indiana Department of Government and Local finance operations, procedures and regulations
Broad understanding of experience in debt service, school bonding, capital projects, school facilities and transportation division financial requirements and regulations
Exemplary interpersonal and relationship skills in working in a team environment
Experience in directing, leading, and managing a large-scale corporation in all financial matters and administrative support services
Knowledge and experience in financial strategies, techniques, and procedures of budget preparation and control
Exemplary oral and written communication skills. Conducts self with high standards and integrity
Ability to work independently, meet schedules, timelines, supervise/evaluate assigned staff, analyze situations accurately and implement effective courses of action.
Knowledge of existing/pending legislation related to all financial aspects of the organization.
Successful work experience in a diverse urban community and organization
Previous experience supervising, supporting and evaluating operations including buildings and grounds, purchasing, food service, technology, transportation, safety and security.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises and evaluates the following departments and/or directors: Accounts Payable, Communications/Public Relations, Comptroller, Facilities, Finance, Food Service, Instructional Technology, Payroll, Security, and Transportation
Serves as the Chief Financial Officer
Plan, organize, control and direct the district’s business operations, financial operations division and administrative services
Coordinates the bidding process
Supports the business function of the school improvement and federal programs department
Provides a check and balance for monitoring the expenditure of grant funds
Develop information and recommend policies and procedures for immediate and long-range financial management and planning
Direct the development and implementation of the district’s annual budget
Serve as a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet
Performs any and all other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Superintendent.
Supervises
Director of Food Service
Comptroller
Payroll Supervisor
Accounts Payable/Receivable
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental/Vision, Life/Disability, Paid Leave, Retirement (PERF)
Please submit a letter of interest and resume/credentials to:
Director of Human Resources
School City of East Chicago
1401 East 144th Street
East Chicago, IN 46312
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Worksite address
east chicago, IN, 46312, US
Who can apply
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