Director of Finance
Creative Financial Staffing
Ridgefield, CT · Posted November 7, 2026
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About the job
Director of Finance
Location: Ridgefield, CT Industry: Public Education Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a respected public education organization seeking an experienced Director of Finance to oversee its financial operations. This individual will play a key leadership role in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and overall fiscal management, ensuring the organization maintains strong financial controls and operates in accordance with applicable regulations and requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader with a background in public sector, municipal, or education finance.
Responsibilities
Oversee all day-to-day financial and accounting operations.
Lead the annual budgeting process, including budget development, forecasting, and ongoing monitoring.
Prepare and present financial reports, statements, and analyses to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.
Manage general ledger activities, month-end and year-end close, and account reconciliations.
Monitor expenditures, revenue, cash flow, and budget variances.
Ensure compliance with applicable governmental accounting standards, regulations, and internal financial policies.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other core accounting functions.
Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
Develop and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures.
Provide financial guidance and recommendations to leadership to support organizational decision-making.
Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting and finance staff.
Assist with long-term financial planning and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
CPA, MBA, or Master’s degree preferred.
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
Prior management or leadership experience overseeing an accounting/finance function.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audit management.
Knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB) and public sector financial regulations strongly preferred.
Public education, school district, municipal, or nonprofit experience is a plus.
Strong Excel skills and experience with financial management systems.
Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Leadership opportunity within an established public education organization.
Ability to make a meaningful impact on financial operations and organizational planning.
Collaborative environment working closely with senior leadership.
Opportunity to oversee and improve financial processes and procedures.
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