Anticipated Chief Financial Officer

Central York School District (CYSD) is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the district’s financial operations and support its mission of educational excellence through sound fiscal management. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CFO provides strategic leadership and oversight for the financial and business operations of the school district, including the Business Office, Federal Programs, and Food Services. The CFO collaborates with the School Board and Administrative Team by delivering critical data and insights to support effective planning and execution of the district’s fiscal strategy. The anticipated start date for this position would be around July 1, 2025.

Salary/Contract: $128,820 to $186,349 per year based on candidate's experience and qualifications; contract and benefits to be negotiated with the School Board of Directors.

Central York School District serves more than 5,500 students and 700 employees across seven buildings throughout the district. Central York School District is named one of the Top 50 Employer's in York County by the PA Department of Labor!
 
Our Vision: Pursuing Excellence: All Panthers. Every Day. In All Ways.
 
Core Values: Character | Perseverance | Accountability | Community | Excellence

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 
1. Administer the business affairs of the school district within budgetary and procedural guidelines established by the Superintendent.
2. Ensure that personnel receive remuneration in an accurate and timely manner.
3. Establish and administer a fund accounting system that is compatible with state and federal systems and provides an audit trail for all transactions.
4. Provide for timely submission of various local, state and federal reports (accounting).
5. Review and submit monthly reports for the school district treasurer.
6. Manage the cash flow of the school district to ensure maximum return on investment of funds.
7. Provide for the administration and supervision of the food service programs of the school district.
8. Monitor the school district’s risk-management program and make appropriate recommendations to the Superintendent for changes, improvements and alterations.
9. Monitor and manage the school district’s long-term debt and provide appropriate reports to the Superintendent.
10. Oversee the audit of the school district accounts by local and state auditors.
11. Oversee all Federal Programs including Title I, II, and III.
12. Research, write, administer, and implement applicable State and Federal Grants. File various Local, State and Federal Reports.
13. Provide for the bidding of appropriate supplies and equipment, prepare terms and specifications, and provide the board secretary with the necessary information to meet the legal requirements of advertisement.
14. Represent the school district in negotiations with all support staff bargaining units.
15. Represent the school district in negotiations with all professional staff bargaining units.
16. Assist with the interview process for Food Service.
17. Assist the Superintendent in the development of the annual budget.
18. Complete all necessary forms for the budget and annual financial report as required by the state.
19. Attend school board meetings, and other district meetings, as required.
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Minimum requirements:
This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting; CPA and/or MBA plus experience as a school business administrator is preferred. Strong technology skills are required as well as strong interpersonal, decision-making, and leadership skills.