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Catawba lists this Chief Finance Officer opportunity in newton, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Chief Finance Officer
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Job Details
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Application Deadline: Oct 09, :59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Dec 1, 2026
Job Description
JOB TITLE: CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
SALARY: NC & LOCAL SALARY SCHEDULE
REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT
MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
Five years of experience in finance – Experience in a public school system finance is strongly preferred with one of the following:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a minimum of 15 semester hours in accounting, or
A licensed Certified Public Accountant.
Certified by the State Board of Education as an LEA school finance officer prior to July 1, 2023
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualify for certification as a North Carolina School Business Administrator according to policy of the State Board of Education. NC State Board Policy FINO-000
Qualify for a performance bond.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
An employee in this class is responsible for managing the fiscal affairs of a school system using an integrated accounting system to plan fiscal needs, to ensure valid disclosure of receipts and disbursements, and to make sound investments of any cash balances. This employee interprets and follows regulations prescribed by the State, Federal and Local governments, funding agencies and the board of education. The employee exercises discretionary judgment in the resolution of operational problems and correction of the resulting effects of these. Errors may cause significant disruption of the school system’s operations and/or loss of considerable funds. The employee receives general direction and the work is evaluated through accomplishments and the reports of official audits. Direct supervision is exercised over the staff in the business office.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Develops, for the superintendent and board, short and long term budgets and amendments with concise explanation of needs and reasons for change
Establishes and maintains an accounting system to detail assets, liabilities, equities, obligations, expenditures, and current and projected revenues
Certifies the requisition of operational funds
Receipts and oversees the deposit of all money accruing to the school system
Allocates funds to programs and schools with conditions governing their use
Conducts pre-audits of all obligations to ensure appropriation and unencumbered balances
Approves or disapproves necessary disbursements for fiscal claims against the school system
Audits accounts of employees collecting or receiving taxes or other monies
Ensures the timely and accurate preparation of all required and requested reports
Invests all idle cash as directed by the local board
Maintains liaison with other departments to serve as the financial advisor
Prepares the annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for submission to ASBO
Manages insurance programs (liability, property, auto, student accident, athletic, etc)
Performs other duties as assigned by the superintendent, board, Dept of Public Instruction
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public school administration
Considerable knowledge of administrative, managerial and supervisory practices and techniques
Considerable knowledge of computer operations and capabilities
Ability to analyze and synthesize data
Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to plan, organize and direct work of subordinate personnel
Ability to communicate clearly regulations and practices
Collaborate and work cooperatively with all staff
DISCLAIMER
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. It is not a contract or guarantee of employment, salary or benefits.
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories: Administration > Business/Finance
Job Requirements
At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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newton, NC, 28658, US
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