RFP# 13-27 School Business Office Consultant

The East Orange Board of Education is seeking a qualified consultant to provide professional advisory and improvement services to its School Business Office for the 2026‑2027 school year. The consultant will mentor the Business Administrator, review and remediate findings from the district’s recent Independent Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) corrective‑action plan, revise and create Standard Operating Procedures, train staff, and ensure proper fund allocation and internal controls across the district. The engagement is expected to be part‑time (approximately 2‑3 days per week) and will run for the full school year. • Provide mentorship, guidance, and liaison support to the School Business Administrator and Superintendent on all Business Office matters. • Review the ACFR corrective‑action plan, develop remediation strategies, and overhaul SOPs to meet state and board requirements. • Deliver training, produce revised SOP documentation, and issue periodic status reports to district leadership.