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The Director of Finance leads the daily operations of the Academy’s Business Office and assists the Head of School in overseeing the Academy’s operating budget. The Director of Finance’s primary duties include supervising and providing guidance to the Business Office staff, assisting the Head of School by preparing and maintaining the Academy’s annual operating budget, supporting the Academy’s annual close and audit preparation processes, assisting the Head of School with managing the Academy’s cashflow, and various ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Head of School.

The Director of Finance assists with overseeing the Academy’s relationship with its banker, food service vendor, insurance provider, legal counsel, and audit and tax advisory firm; overseeing the Academy campus shop; managing the financial aspects of summer camps, other special program offerings. The Director of Finance also works closely with the Advancement and Enrollment Management Departments.

This position reports to the Head of School. This position is year round, exempt, and is eligible for benefits:

Job Duties and Responsibilities

● Assists the Head of School in building and managing the operating and capital budgets
● Prepares, analyzes and interprets financial results for use by the Head of School for use in the decision-making process and financial tracking processes.
● Provides guidance and assistance to other members of the administration in the management of their areas of operation; provides monthly budget status reports
● Maintains and oversees the financial accounting system and personnel to ensure the proper recording of all financial transactions in accordance with sound accounting principles
● Monitors and assists the Head of School in managing short- and long-term investments consistent with the Finance Committee’s guidance
● Supervises Business Office staff members and supports them in the performance of their duties
● Reconciles the G/L accounts
● Manages the annual audits
● Provides accounting and financial services to parents, students, and other customers and stakeholders
● Ensures the positive financial reputation of the Academy with vendors, suppliers, and other business associates
● Advises and informs the Head of School on all financial matters relating to the Academy
● Assists the Director of Operations in managing and overseeing the Academy’s insurance
● Assists the Director of Operations in providing financial oversight of all external contracts
● Assists the Head of School in fulfilling his role as the risk management officer for the Academy
● Assists the Head of School as the primary liaison to the Academy’s Finance committee of the Board of Directors
● Assists the Head of School by preparing 5-year financial plans consistent with the strategic plan
● Assists Campus Shop personnel with overseeing the Academy store
● Collaborates and coordinates with the Advancement Office to ensure proper recording of gifts and pledges
● Assists Enrollment Management Office with enrollment contract process, billing, and collections
● Manages delinquent accounts with discretion and care following school policy and guidance from the Head of School
● Performs various ad-hoc strategic projects as assigned by the Head of School Experience/Education Requirements
● Bachelor’s in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field required; CPA or MBA highly desired
● 4 to 5 years of related experience in financial management, budget preparation, and investment management preferred, including 3-4 years of leadership and supervisory experience
● Private independent prep school experience highly desired
● Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles, especially those that focus on non-profit organizations
● Strong background in Microsoft/Google products, including Office/G-Suite, and Blackbaud

Resumes should be sent to our Business Office Associate, Laura Hehr, at lhehr@andrewsosborne.org.