Director of Finance

Job Description

An independent school is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee its daily financial operations and support sound financial planning. Reporting to the CFO/COO, this role manages tuition accounting, cash operations, financial reporting, payroll review, and the annual audit while supervising the Staff Accountant and Accounts Payable Manager.

Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee tuition billing, collections, and reconciliation of tuition revenue and receivables.
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• Manage cash receipts, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and monthly financial analysis.
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• Reconcile donation, endowment, restricted fund, and other accounts.
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• Assist with the annual operating budget and enrollment-related financial processes.
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• Review payroll and prepare monthly payroll reconciliations.
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• Coordinate audit schedules and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
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• Prepare financial analyses and materials for leadership and board committees.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 5–7 years of relevant financial management experience.
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• Knowledge of accounting principles, including nonprofit and fund accounting.
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• Strong analytical, communication, and people management skills.
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• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Blackbaud is a plus.
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The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to supporting the mission of an independent school. Please send resume outlining your related experience.