Controller/ Director of Finance

Description

CONTROLLER / DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Bishop Miege Catholic High School is located in northeast Johnson County and is seeking to hire a Controller/ Director of Finance. The Director of Finance is responsible for the financial management and daily operation of the Bishop Miege’s Business Office. Reporting to the President, the Director serves as the school’s primary financial resource to the President, Board of Trustees, Foundation Board, and the Finance Committee. The Director is responsible for accurate financial reporting, budgeting, long-range financial planning, cash management, internal controls, compliance, and the responsible stewardship of school resources in support of the Catholic mission.

This position will average 40 hours per week and requires the ability to work evenings as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management and Planning

• Direct the daily operations of the Business Office and supervise Business Office personnel.
• Oversee accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, tuition, cash management, banking, investments, fixed assets, and financial records.
• Prepare timely monthly and annual financial statements and reports for school leadership, the Finance Committee, and Board.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor results against budget, and explain significant variances.
• Develop long-range financial projections and provide analysis regarding enrollment, tuition, financial aid, staffing, programs, facilities, capital projects, and other major decisions.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, reserves, fund balances, and the school’s overall financial position.

Accounting, Controls and Compliance

• Ensure accurate accounting records, reconciliations, and financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and diocesan requirements.
• Coordinate the annual audit and year-end financial reporting.
• Maintain appropriate records for restricted gifts, endowment funds, grants, and other restricted resources.
• Establish and monitor effective internal controls over financial transactions, cash, investments, and school assets.
• Monitor financial, tax, insurance, employment, and regulatory compliance and identify significant financial and operational risks.

Business Operations

• Manage relationships with banks, investment managers, auditors, insurance representatives, vendors, and other professional advisors.
• Review significant contracts, purchases, and financial commitments and provide recommendations to school leadership.
• Monitor purchasing and expenditures and provide financial oversight of capital projects and major purchases.
• Coordinate with diocesan offices and outside service providers as appropriate.

Leadership and Governance

• Serve as a financial advisor to the President, Board of Trustees, and Finance Committee.
• Prepare and present financial information for Board and Finance Committee meetings in a clear and understandable manner.
• Provide financial analysis, projections, and recommendations to support strategic planning and major school decisions.
• Work collaboratively with administrators and department leaders on financial and operational matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree.
• 10+ years experience preferred
• Previous Controller experience in maintenance is preferred
• Practicing Catholic in good standing is preferred

Compensation:

• Salary with Employee Benefits and 401K match
• Vacation and sick leave

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Statement of Foundation Principles as they relate to Employment, Abuse Prevention policy, Code of Conduct policy and complete Safe Environment training before hiring.

(The essential functions/major responsibilities listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. Duties and responsibilities are also subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)