Director of Business and Finance​/CSBO

Director of Business and Finance / CSBO

Individuals serving in this capacity are expected to adhere to the Illinois Performance Standards for School Leaders.

• Serve as treasurer/chief financial officer and administer the financial affairs of the school system; serve as custodian of all financial assets; be responsible for the preparation of the annual budgets.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for all funds maintained by the school system.
• Invest all available funds in interest‑bearing accounts for short or long term periods at the best return available.
• Be responsible for payrolls and related functions; be responsible for accounts payable; audit the accounts of individual schools and ensure resolution of any findings noted.

• Supervise the financial affairs of the District, including handling of all funds, accounting, and reporting procedures.
• Effectively lead and evaluate the Business Office staff by coordinating and carrying out financial planning for the District, administering and managing the work duties of the business office staff.
• Develop and maintain services within the District so that maximum economy and efficiency may be realized to the benefit of the District's educational program.
• Ensure proper accounting of monies apportioned by the federal, state, or local government.
• Provide financial recommendations to the Board of Education as directed by the Superintendent.
• Complete the annual budget and tax levy.
• Monitor and authorize purchases made throughout the District.
• Prepare for the annual audit.
• Supervise the bidding process to ensure accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Provide long‑range vision and planning for the Board of Education on financial matters and assist the Board with information on the financial impact of long‑term goals or plans.
• Act as adviser to the Superintendent on all questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the district.
• Confer with Administrators to determine, establish, and maintain the financial data necessary for compliance with grant requirements.
• Assist with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) responses and information.
• Coordinate statistical, financial, accounting and/or auditing reports and tables.
• Attend all regularly scheduled meetings of the Board and such staff meetings and committees as required by the Superintendent.
• Participate in the strategic planning process and direct efforts as assigned.
• Ensure the completion and submission of required Illinois State Board of Education reports, grants, transportation claims, and Medicaid cost sheets.

• Responsible for monthly financial reporting of expenditure, revenue, and balance sheets.
• Responsible for the management of the District food service program.
• Effectively oversee the bookkeeping, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable departments.
• Prepare pertinent fiscal and benefit program data and participate in negotiations.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Buildings and Grounds and the Construction Manager on current and future capital projects: prepare population projections, develop educational specifications, and analyze amortization of bond issues to adhere to budgetary and timeline requirements.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Management required;
  Master’s preferred.
• Chief School Business Official (CSBO) endorsement preferred.
• Experience in a public school system preferred.
• Excellent leadership skills and oral and written communication skills.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.

• School district budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning.
• Fund accounting, grants management, and auditing standards.
• Revenue sources: state, federal, local funding, and special programs.
• Financial reporting requirements such as Annual Financial Report and ISBE filings.
• Illinois School Code and relevant state and federal regulations.
• Procurement law, bidding procedures, and contract administration.
• Facilities management, transportation, food service, and technology systems as they impact district…