Job Description:
The School District of Clayton is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as the Chief Financial Officer. Principal responsibility is to manage the District’s financial operations and annual budget preparation. Establish the finance and accounting policies and procedures for the District. 

• Supervise and direct staff performing duties relating to all aspects of the finance and accounting functions including budgeting, accounts payable, payroll and employee benefits and direct the implementation and interpretation of District policy and procedures relating to assigned areas.
• Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Ensure adequate cash flow to meet needs. Bids and implements depository agreement.
• Calculates the District’s tax levy in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Serves as the District’s Bond Compliance Officer. Coordinates and implements bond activities including financing, investment, capital expenditures and continuing disclosure in compliance with laws.
• Oversee the coordination and activities of independent auditors and the preparation of the annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Statement on Auditing Standards, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and other federal and state entity regulations. 
• Oversee the management and coordination of fiscal reporting activities including monthly Board reports, annual audit, state and federal reporting. 
• Monitor compliance with State, Federal and local laws and regulations.
• Implements a systematic process for district budget development and monitors the efficient expenditure of funds.
• Supervises purchasing procedures ensuring the bid process, including vendor selection, is administered in compliance with state statutes and policies.
• Oversees the inventory of all fixed assets ensuring all are in accordance with federal and state regulations, as well as the appropriate dispersal of district surplus property.
• Oversees self-insurance medical program along with purchased insurance/benefit plans. This includes health care coverage analysis collaborating with benefits consultants and committee.
• Develop five-year financial and enrollment projections.
• Serves as the District trustee and oversees administration of the District’s retirement trust. 
• Supervises the Director of Facility Services including construction projects, facility maintenance, facility rentals, environmental services, safety and security, warehouse services, and transportation.
• Supervises the Director of Food Services through monitoring the overall district food service program including food quality, the delivery system, associated department revenue and expenses, as well as compliance with governmental regulations.
• Supervises the Director of Safety and Security which encompasses oversight of SRO staff, camera systems, alert systems, plans, policies and procedures.
• Supervises the District print shop services.
• Serves as liaison between the City of Clayton, CRSWC, and other affiliated users regarding all joint use and affiliated user agreements
• Manages the District’s risk assessment.
• Provides leadership for the District’s long-range master facility planning, including the development and execution of bond issues. Collaborates with architects, engineers, and construction managers on significant school improvements, new construction, and renovation projects to ensure alignment with educational goals, fiscal responsibility, and community expectations. 
• Serves as a representative in salary discussions and employee relation issues. 
• Serves as liaison with the PTO regarding special projects and accounting inquiries. Also provides training for incoming treasurers.
• Serves on committees of the Board of Education including chair of the District Audit Committee and chair of the Financial Advisory Committee.
• Serves as co-chair of the Social-Emotional and Wellness Committee.
• Investigates legal issues involving non-instructional operations.
• Monitors legislative issues as to how they affect school business.
• Represents the District in local, state and national professional organizations.
• Demonstrates commitment for professional development growth by attending educational seminars and conferences, doing personal research, reading related literature and actively sharing the information with others.
• Advocates and provides professional learning opportunities to stakeholders as related to the job functions.
• Prepares special studies and performs other duties and responsibilities as requested.