The New Community School empowers bright, talented students in grades 5-12, who are challenged by dyslexia and related language-based learning differences. The innovative and research-based college preparatory curriculum utilizes a customized educational approach to build skills in language and math and to foster academic and personal strengths - igniting the passions and gifts of unique minds.
The New Community School is currently hiring a Director of Finance.
The Director of Finance oversees and executes all finance, human resources, compliance, and legal functions for the School. The Director of Finance is a member of the Administrative Leadership Team and reports to the Head of School. The Director of Finance supports the work of the Board of Trustees and its subsidiary committees in all areas regarding finance and plant maintenance and improvements.
Job Description:
Manage all aspects of the organization’s finance and accounting functions, including all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems, accounts payables, payroll, revenue analysis, contracts, audit and cash flow management and forecasting.
Work closely with the Head of School and the Board of Trustees to drive strategic budgetary planning and cost management developing annual, as well as multi-year, budgets and assess the School’s performance against both the annual budget and long-term strategy, providing recommendations to enhance financial performance.
Ensure accurate and timely monthly financial reporting and other reporting as developed, to include dashboards, leadership and the board.
Manage two direct full-time reports: Assistant Director of Finance and Payroll & Operations Specialist.
Ensure all Human Resources requirements and standards are met and maintained, including, but not limited to, required employee contracts and background checks.
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Requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and accounting, preferably in a school or non-profit setting.
Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and forecasting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Interested in this position? Submit your application to The New Community School before the deadline.
