Position Summary:

The Director of Finance & Operations leads in all aspects of enterprise operations, including all strategy, development, and execution. This position monitors site operations in the following functional areas: finance and accounting, human resources, information technology, and purchasing of essential materials and supplies.

Specific Responsibilities:

Finance & Accounting

  • Directs the accounting function for the school;
  • Implements all cash management policies and analyze cash positions on an ongoing basis;
  • Manages the systems necessary to develop and implement appropriate accounting policies, procedures and systems to ensure external compliance, strong internal controls, and sound fiscal management;
  • Leads on the preparation of the annual budget;
  • Oversees the annual audit and preparation of all annual returns and registrations required for the school.

Information Technology

  • Responsible for strategic oversight of all telecommunications systems, and related technology;
  • Evaluates, plans and prepares for technological improvements, including all infrastructure, software and hardware requirements;
  • Works in close collaboration with technology partners in all planning and execution;
  • Prepares short-term, mid-term and long-term technology plans and budgets.

Human Resources

  • In collaboration with the Principal, oversees the human resources function for the school;
  • In collaboration with the Principal , oversees the development and implementation of policies, procedures and practices in keeping with current industry best practices and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations;
  • In collaboration with the Principal, develops short-term and mid-term workforce and staffing plans for the organization.

Procurement

  • Leads an annual, systematic review of all vendor relationships in keeping with organizational policies;
  • Monitors school-wide purchasing to ensure compliance with established policies;
  • Participates in evaluation and review of all sizeable purchases or leases, including but not limited to facilities, technology, and equipment.

Leadership Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

  • Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions
  • Manage time and schedule flexibility that accommodates the needs of key stakeholders
  • Work positively toward meeting identified improvement goals
  • Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers

Job Requirements:

  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend and lift up to 30 pounds.
  • Must be able to give and receive information electronically
  • Must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with personnel and the public
  • Must be able to work cooperatively with others
  • Must be able to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement
  • Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions
  • Must keep accurate and up to date records
  • Must comply with state and school regulations, policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BA or BS in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field of study
  • 3+ years experience in Finance/Accounting
  • Experience with financial management software

Preferred:

  • MA or MBA with a concentration in Finance or Accounting
  • CPA certification or ability to obtain
  • Experience working with school finance

Responsible To:

Principal

Compensation:

For this position, CHCS offers a competitive compensation package including salary and comprehensive benefits.  Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), and life insurance.

To Apply:

Submit resume and letter of interest to duke.bradley@chatthillscharter.org

DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.