Financial Director

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE JOB POSTING
KCS is seeking a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership, operational oversight, and disciplined stewardship aligned with the school’s mission and strategic priorities. Reporting to the Head of School and working closely with the Board of Directors, the Director of Finance is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and plays a central role in ensuring the financial health, sustainability, and integrity of the school.

This role blends strategic financial planning, day-to-day financial operations, Board-level reporting, and organizational leadership within a faith-based educational environment.

JOB TITLE
Director of Finance (0.8 - 1.0 FTE)

JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a full-time, continuing position, although it may be reduced to an 0.8 FTE to suit the right candidate. The start date is somewhat flexible as our desire is to create an overlap with our retiring Director of Finance during the formation of next year’s budget in the February - April 2026 budget creation process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead long-range financial planning aligned with the school’s strategic plan

Develop and monitor multi-year operating and capital forecasts

Support major initiatives such as capital projects, fundraising campaigns, and endowment planning

Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to inform leadership and Board decisions

Budgeting & Financial Management

Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the Head of School and SLT

Monitor revenues, expenditures, and cash flow to ensure fiscal discipline

Oversee tuition revenue, financial assistance frameworks, and enrollment-related financial planning

Ensure effective internal controls and sound financial practices

Manage the school’s cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.

Board & Governance Support

Prepare clear, accurate, and timely financial reports for the Board and Finance Committee

Support Board policy development related to finance, risk, and stewardship

Ensure compliance with the BC Societies Act, CRA charitable requirements, and Ministry of Education expectations

Coordinate the annual independent audit, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of audit schedules and financial statements.

Oversee the preparation and filing of all required tax documents and reports.

Act as a trusted advisor to the Head of School and Board on financial and society matters

Operational Oversight

Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger. benefits administration, and financial systems

Direct and monitor the school’s Financial Assistance for School Tuition (FAST) program.

Supervise and support finance staff, fostering professionalism and continuous improvement

Manage the human resource function for the school, including on-boarding of new employees, prepare contracts and annual payroll calendars for all staff, maintain employee benefits, maintain appropriate policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

Manage relationships with auditors, banks, insurers, and external advisors

Ensure accurate year-end financial statements and successful annual audits

Risk Management & Compliance

Identify and manage financial, operational, and compliance risks

Oversee insurance coverage and risk mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with PIPA and other relevant privacy and regulatory requirements

Organizational Leadership

Contribute actively to SLT discussions and whole-school leadership

Support a culture of trust, clarity, and collaboration across departments

Communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences

Model KCS’ values while contributing to a healthy, mission-aligned workplace culture

Oversee accounting and HR staff, leading a healthy culture of departmental service

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required

Bachelors or graduate degree with an emphasis in finance and/or business administration

CPA designation

Significant experience in financial leadership, accounting, or business management

Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis and reporting

Experience in…