Director of Finance

CalWest's partner school in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a Director of Finance to begin July 2025.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Accounting
• CPA License or Masters Degree with a concentration in Accounting-related subject
• 5+ years of experience working in non-profit organizations with full G/L exposure and monthly close experience, including a complete draft of internal financial statements with footnotes
• Demonstrated expertise in non-profit accounting, including endowments and temporarily restricted net assets
• 5+ years of supervisory experience/leading teams
• Experience working in dynamic settings serving multiple constituents
• Commitment to fostering equitable and inclusive environments
• Strong technology skills with Google Workspace, Microsoft Suite, and Zoom
• Intermediate to advanced level experience with MS-Excel including pivot tables

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the school's accounting system (Blackbaud), which includes general ledger, accounts payable, purchasing, accounts receivable, tuition billing and collection, and contributions.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and support for the Business Office Team, including professional development, goals, and performance reviews.
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations, including the annual financial, pension plan, and workers compensation audits as needed.
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Monitor the annual operating budget. Identify and analyze variances and develop appropriate solutions and/or recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to School financial policies, laws, and governmental compliance requirements for 501c3 organizations.
• Ensure the accurate and timely filing of all required reporting including annual 990 tax return, property tax returns, and sales tax returns.
• With the CFOO, accounting and management policies and procedures are developed to ensure adequate financial controls, audit trails, and the safeguarding of institutional assets.
• Assist the CFOO as needed in budget management and reporting.
• Attend board committee meetings as requested by the CFOO.