Accountant
Chicago Public SchoolsAbout the role
Job Number:
250000FSPosting Date
: Apr 8, 2025, 4:38:04 PMPrimary Location
: Central-42 West Madison Street (Accounts Payable)CPS Non-Union Job Grade: S06Estimated Annual Salary Range
: 58,000.00 - 76,000.00Position Type: Non-Union PositionOvertime Status
: ExemptFinal salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.
JOB DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.
The Office of the Controller maintains the fiscal integrity of Chicago Public Schools and provides financial leadership to the Chicago Board of Education according to state and federal legislation, government regulations, Board policies, and sound financial practices.
The Office of the Controller is responsible for the financial operations of Chicago Public Schools, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Internal Accounts, and Corporate Accounting.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director, Accounts Payable and ove
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