Chief Financial Officer

Days per Year: 226

Min: $158,690

Mid: $191,194

Max: $223,697

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:
Chief Financial Officer
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Exempt

PAY GRADE: AM 11

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive responsible for the strategic direction, oversight, and management of all district financial services. This includes budgeting, accounting, auditing, procurement, tax collection, financial reporting, financial systems management, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The CFO ensures fiscal accountability, operational efficiency, and alignment of financial resources with district strategic priorities. This role provides guidance to the Superintendent, Board of Trustees, and district leadership on financial planning, policy, risk management, and resource allocation.

The CFO supervises multiple departments including Business Systems/Financial Information Systems, Procurement and Distribution Services, Student Data and Compliance, and Tax Collection. This position also serves as a strategic partner to other district leaders to support data-driven decision-making, fiscal compliance, and long-term financial sustainability.

All employees of Spring ISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate clearly and respectfully, champion student and staff needs, and drive continuous improvement.

OUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience in school finance, accounting, or public sector financial administration, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role

Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Texas School Business Specialist (CTSBS)
• Doctorate in Business, Finance, or Education
• Extensive experience in large, diverse urban or suburban school districts

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• In-depth knowledge of public-school finance, accounting, budgeting, tax collection, and financial reporting practices
• Expertise in financial management software and enterprise systems, including ERP solutions, database management, and reporting platforms
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, including TEA reporting requirements, property tax code, truth-in-taxation provisions, and FERPA
• Strong understanding of PEIMS, student data compliance, TSDS Core Collections, and the connection between data integrity and funding/accountability
• Expertise in procurement, contracting, records management, and distribution operations
• Skilled in financial audit preparation, internal controls, risk management, and compliance monitoring
• Ability to oversee financial system design, implementation, and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills to guide cross-functional finance and compliance teams
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic planning and operational oversight capabilities, including project management and resource allocation
• Ability to balance multiple high-stakes priorities and make sound decisions under pressure
• Aptitude for maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards
• Ability to foster a positive organizational culture focused on equity, inclusion, and employee growth
• Capacity to translate complex financial, regulatory, and technical information for diverse audiences
• Skilled in change management, continuous process improvement, and implementation of financial and compliance systems

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Executive Leadership and Strategic Financial Management

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all district financial services, ensuring alignment with district goals and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Advise Superintendent, Board of Trustees, and district leadership on financial planning, resource allocation, and fiscal policy
• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive financial strategies, including budgeting, accounting, auditing, risk management, procurement, and tax collection
• Foster a culture of financial accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement

Budgeting, Accounting, and Financial Reporting

• Oversee development, implementation, and monitoring of the district's annual budget
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to TEA, federal agencies, Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders
• Implement robust internal controls and audit procedures to protect district assets
• Manage cash flow, investments, debt, and reserve funds to maintain fiscal stability

Financial Systems and Data Management

• Direct the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of financial and business information systems
• Oversee the Director of Financial Information Systems to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure financial software…