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Homewood-Flossmoor High School · 1 month ago

Chief School Business Officer/Assistant Superintendent Of Finance And Operations

Flossmoor, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$185K/yr - $200K/yr

Homewood-Flossmoor High School is seeking a Chief School Business Officer/Assistant Superintendent Of Finance And Operations to oversee financial and operational management. The role involves preparing strategic financial plans, developing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and advising the Superintendent and Board on financial matters.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Prepares and implements a long-range financial strategic plan aligned with the Board of Education’s goals and vision

Develops budget guidelines, coordinates the preparation of the annual District budget, and assists administrators in review and forecasting

Presents and interprets budget information to the Board of Education and community

Monitors expenditures and revenues, prepares periodic financial statements, and recommends budget amendments as needed

Ensures compliance with all legal and regulatory financial reporting requirements

Establishes and supervises accounting and financial reporting systems for all District funds and activities

Implements internal controls to ensure fiscal accountability and accuracy

Oversees preparation of required state and federal financial reports and coordinates annual audits

Implements audit recommendations promptly and monitors corrective action

Monitors accounting for school activity funds and ensures proper management of internal accounts

Directs and supervises the purchase, maintenance, and inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment

Ensures compliance with legal bidding requirements and promotes cooperative and bulk purchasing to maximize cost efficiency

Develops specifications and reviews bid documents and contracts

Maintains a fixed asset inventory for insurance and control purposes

Oversees payroll, benefits administration, and staff accounting functions

Prepares financial data to support collective bargaining and negotiations

Monitors salary schedules, benefit programs, and personnel-related budget data

Advises on financial implications of personnel policies and contracts

Establishes procedures for recordkeeping and retention in compliance with audit and legal requirements

Develops and maintains operating procedure manuals to support efficient workflows

Develops and implements a comprehensive plan for the total school business services program

Maintains systems and processes for procurement including centralized contract management and purchase order approval levels

Ensures implementation of Board policies related to fiscal and operational management

Stays current with laws, trends, and best practices in school business administration

Coordinates student accident, liability, automobile, property, and workers’ compensation insurance programs

Recommends insurance coverage levels and manages claims and renewals

Implements procedures for loss prevention and risk mitigation

Participates in facility planning and construction projects, including site selection, design, and project management

Coordinates with architects, engineers, and construction managers

Reviews and approves construction-related contracts, invoices, and change orders

Ensures compliance with all legal, safety, and environmental standards

Oversees all food service operations and contracts

Ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines for meal programs, including free/reduced-price meal eligibility

Monitors nutrition, quality, and financial performance of the food service program

Develops and implements policies and training programs to promote workplace safety and environmental awareness

Serves as advisor to the Superintendent and Board of Education on financial matters

Ensures that business and financial services align with and support instructional goals

Participates in administrative meetings, professional development, and school business associations

Oversees the additional departments including Building and Grounds and Information Services

Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Qualification

Financial strategic planningBudget preparationAccounting systems managementCompliance with financial regulationsAudit coordinationProcurement managementInsurance program managementConstruction project managementWorkplace safety awarenessLeadershipCommunicationTeam collaborationProblem-solving