Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer
Portland Public Schools
 Portland, Maine
Job Description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Portland Public Schools (PPS) serves approximately 6,500 students in 17 schools in pre-K through grade 12, about one-third of whom come from homes where a language other than English is spoken – for a total of more than 50 languages. The district serves an additional 3,000 students through Portland Adult Education. As the largest school system in Maine, the mission of Portland Public Schools is to ensure a challenging, relevant, and joyful education that empowers every learner to make a difference in the world. The district seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead alongside a dynamic Superintendent and support the implementation of the new five-year strategic plan. This is a hands-on CFO position which requires strategic leadership but also the ability to get into the weeds and proactively solve problems alongside a developing finance and accounting team.

ABOUT THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER ROLE

Reporting directly to the Superintendent, the Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and leads the organization’s long-term financial strategy and oversees the day-to-day finance and accounting. The person is responsible for all aspects of financial management including but not limited to: budget planning, general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial controls and reporting, cash management, and compliance. The CFO leads a team of 10 individuals and sets goals and objectives that direct the management of fiscal resources of approximately $160M. The CFO serves as the financial face of the organization, supporting the Superintendent in interactions with city, county, and state leaders.

Alma Advisory Group is honored to support Portland Public Schools on this search. For full job description and to apply, please visit: https://apply.workable.com/almaadvisorygroup/j/6055685506/

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