Financial Assistant (Public) jobs in Bridgeport, CT

Financial Assistant (Public) provides assistance to the Public Financial Associates. Assists in the financing of taxable and tax-exempt bonds. Being a Financial Assistant (Public) prepares business reports, proposals, and presentations. Coordinates meetings and communications between all parties involved with transactions. Additionally, Financial Assistant (Public) verifies compliance with NASD and other regulations and completes all required filings for a deal. Familiar with underwriting policies, practices, and regulations. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Financial Assistant (Public) works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Financial Assistant (Public) typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Deputy Chief Financial Officer
  • Bridgeport Public Schools
  • Bridgeport, CT OTHER
  • Position Type:
    Administration-Unaffiliated

    Date Posted:
    4/15/2024

    Location:
    City Hall

    Date Available:
    To be determined

    Closing Date:
    05/15/2024

    ADMINISTRATIVE JOB OPENING
    Bridgeport Public Schools
    Human Resources Department Dr. Janene Hawkins
    45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324 Chief Human Resources Officer
    Bridgeport, CT 06604
    IMMEDIATE OPENING
    Open until filled

    DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
    UNAFFILIATED - 12 MONTHS
    SALARY: $170,000 - $190,000

    Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) the Deputy Chief Financial Officer is the primary advisor to the CFO on all financial management matters. The Deputy CFO will work closely with the CFO, providing direct support and guidance in the development and implementation of the company's financial objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards.

    Responsibilities:
    1. Serving as the primary advisor to the CFO, increasing office value and providing leadership and management on all matters relating to financial management (including budgeting and accounting), financial systems development and operations, strategic planning, performance measurement, internal controls, risk management and increasing office value.
    2. Ensuring that the Office initiatives of the CFO adhere to financial management objectives, policies, and deadlines.
    3. Plans, coordinates and supervises the operation of the departments in such a way as to promote the overall efficiency of the school system and maximize the educational opportunities and benefits available to each student.
    4. Administers the cost-effective and timely implementation of all projects and strategic plan initiatives pertaining to and within all areas of financial operation.
    5. Reviewing current and proposed processes to assure high quality and useful information for management decision-making.
    6. Assists the CFO in directing and reviewing the administration of financial activities through the staff in:
    • Developing and maintaining a multi-year financial outlook.
    • Preparation, administration, and oversight of the annual District budget, and ongoing revenue and expenditure monitoring and forecasting.
    • Assisting schools and department managers in budget development, monitoring and management, including maintenance of financial records and controls.
    • Centralized accounting for District financial transactions, maintenance of official accounting records, filing of state reimbursement claims, monitoring of grants and special revenue funds.
    • Generation of Financial Condition Reports
    • Cash flow management, vendor payments, processing of payroll
    • Implementation of appropriate financial & budgetary internal controls
    • Worker's compensation program support, risk management loss prevention and related functions, including training

    Qualifications:
    • Connecticut School Business Administrator certification (085) required.
    • Master's Degree or comparable experience in school or business administration, accounting or related area. Special study or experience in school finance preferred
    • 8 years progressively responsible, successful management experience in financial and/or operations management
    • Demonstrated aptitude and skills in financial/analytical matters
    • Demonstrated executive-level experience leading a large organization or department and interacting with multiple internal/external stakeholder groups. Experience in a public school district setting preferred.
    • Evidence of strategic thinking and capacity to bring strong, innovative financial and organizational leadership
    • Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of educational finance, including school budget administration, financial planning and risk management processes. Knowledge of Connecticut School Finance preferred.
    • Strong experience in sustaining a service orientation in the delivery of operational services
    • Demonstrated collaborative management style that fosters teamwork
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas to audiences with varying levels of financial background or expertise.
    • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
    • Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
    • Demonstrated proficiency with financial accounting software and personal computer Microsoft Office products (excel, word, power point).

    This is a 12 month position and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities, qualifications, physical, and cognitive, which comprise this position.

    It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation or learning disability, in any of its educational programs, activities or employment practices.
    "The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer."
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Chief Financial Officer
  • Bridgeport Public Schools
  • Bridgeport, CT OTHER
  • Position Type: AdministrationDate Posted: 4/10/2024Location: City HallDate Available: Immediately after filledClosing Date: 05/10/2024ADMINISTRATIVE JOB OPENING Bridgeport Public Schools Dr. Janene Ha...
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Manager, Budget and Financial Reporting
  • Bridgeport Public Schools
  • Bridgeport, CT OTHER
  • Position Type: Support StaffDate Posted: 3/20/2024Location: City HallDate Available: To be determinedClosing Date: Open until filledBRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS Human Resources Department 45 Lyon Terrace...
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Manager-Grants Financial Operations
  • Bridgeport Public Schools
  • Bridgeport, CT FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 2781 Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 4/19/2022 Location: City Hall Date Available: To Be Determined Closing Date: Open until Filled BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 45 Lyon Terrace Bridgepor...
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Grant Financial Administrator (Revised 4/12/2024)
  • Stratford Public Schools
  • Stratford, CT OTHER
  • Position Type: AdministrationDate Posted: 4/12/2024Location: Administration CenterDate Available: ImmediatelyClosing Date: 05/12/2024Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer Purpose: Supports and complemen...
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Assistant Principal
  • Westport Public Schools
  • Westport, CT OTHER
  • Position Type: Administration/Assistant PrincipalDate Posted: 3/1/2024Location: Coleytown Middle SchoolDate Available: 07/01/2024Closing Date: 03/28/2024 Position Description, Responsibilities & Requi...
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Private Capital Fund Finance - Associate
  • iCapital
  • Greenwich, CT
  • iCapital is powering the world's alternative investment marketplace. Our financial technology platform has transformed h...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Personal Banker- Stamford High Ridge
  • WELLS FARGO BANK
  • Stamford, CT
  • Why Wells Fargo: Are you ready for the next step in your career? This is where it begins - at a company known for our "W...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Fuel Compliance Officer - 12 Month Register
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS SELF EMPLOYEDDIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://ww...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Financial Assistant
  • Insight Global
  • New Haven, CT
  • Title: Financial Assistant Contract: 6 mo contract-to-hire Location: Onsite 5 days/week Work Authorization: USC & Green ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Finance Associate
  • Atlantic Group
  • Greenwich, CT
  • Company: $3B+ Private Equity Fund Role: Senior Finance Associate / VP Finance (exact title TBD) Location: Greenwich, CT ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Finance Associate, Hedge Fund
  • Atlantic Group
  • Greenwich, CT
  • Company: $1B+ AUM Hedge Fund Role: Senior Finance Associate Location: Greenwich, CT - 3-4 days in office, 1-2 days remot...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Controller/VP Finance
  • Atlantic Group
  • Stamford, CT
  • Company: $6B+ Hedge Fund Role: VP Finance/ Assistant Controller (exact title TBD) Location: Stamford, CT - 4 days in off...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Grant Accountant
  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • East Haven, CT
  • NON-PROFIT ACCOUNTANT CFS has partnered with a Non-Profit with a rewarding mission statement in search of a dedicated Gr...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Bridgeport, Connecticut

Bridgeport is a historic seaport city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is in Fairfield County, at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island Sound, 60 miles from Manhattan and 40 miles from The Bronx. It is bordered by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east. As of 2017, Bridgeport had an estimated population of 146,579, which made it the largest city in Connecticut and the fifth-most populous in New England. The Greater Bridgeport area is the 48th-largest urban area in the United States. The showman P. T. Barnum was a resident of the cit...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
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