Director of Finance

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Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Supervises: Business Office Staff

Position Type:
Full-Time, 12 Month, Salaried, Exempt

The Director of Finance is the senior most financial officer in the organization and oversees all financial operations of the school, ensuring fiscal integrity, compliance, and strategic alignment with the school’s mission and goals. Leading with the utmost integrity and humility, this position is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all financial functions including budgeting, audits, grants management, cash flow, payroll, purchasing, bond compliance, financial reporting, long-term financial planning, and fiscal stability, prudence, and sustainability.

The Director of Finance ensures that all financial practices support the mission, sustainability, and growth of the organization while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Director of Finance serves as a core, senior member of the school’s leadership team. This role works collaboratively with other department Directors to ensure effective stewardship of resources.

This list is intended to be illustrative rather than complete and serves to show major duties and responsibilities and does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee will be required to perform other duties requested by their supervisor.

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the annual school budget in alignment with strategic goals.
• Advise the CEO and Board of Trustees on financial strategy, performance, and long-term planning. Attend and present as the ultimate subject matter expert at all Board and Finance Committee meetings.
• Provide timely and accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to inform decision-making.
• Participate in strategic initiatives, capital planning, and long-term financial sustainability efforts.
• Provide guidance to department heads on budget management and financial decision-making.
• Maintain a risk management program including recommending and securing proper levels of liability insurance coverage.

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and integrity of all financial statements and reports.
• Prepare and present timely, accurate financial statements and analyses for leadership, the Board, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and policies.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and investment activities.

• Coordinate and manage annual independent audits, ensuring timely completion and resolution of findings.
• Oversee compliance and timely submission of required financial reports for all federal, state, and local grants, including documentation and expenditure tracking.
• Ensure compliance with bond covenants and reporting requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable financial regulations and ensure adherence to charter school, state, and federal requirements.

• Supervise payroll operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable tax and retirement regulations.
• Oversee accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and approve expenditures, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to budget.
• Oversee purchasing and procurement processes in accordance with board policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other department Directors to manage vendor relationships, bids, purchase orders, contracts, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and sound business practices.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures that promote efficiency and accountability.
• Supervise and develop Business Office team members, fostering a culture…