Director of Finance & Accounting

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Job Type: Full-time

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma

Description

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & ACCOUNTING

Responsibilities

The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for all financial aspects of the School, including accounting, budgeting, financial planning, audit preparation, risk management, and payroll and benefits administration. This role involves both high-level strategic work and day-to-day accounting tasks. The essential duties and responsibilities are outlined below:

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Finance Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely preparation of financial statements for the Head of School, Finance Committee, and Board of Trustees.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of reports for all budget holders.
• Oversee preparation of annual operations and capital budgets.
• Develop a long-term, strategic planning budget.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and safeguards
• Maintain professional relationships with the School’s banks, attorneys, auditors, insurance carriers, contractors, and accrediting organizations.
  
  

Accounting/Management Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of five responsible for Accounting, Payroll & Benefits, and Purchasing & Accounts Payable functions.
• Oversee monthly budget-to-actuals analysis and variance analysis; ensure all expenditures are consistent with approved budgets and that the appropriate authority approves any deviations.
• Prepare assigned monthly account analysis and review analyses prepared by others.
• Coordinate and prepare financials and other schedules for annual independent audit process; interface with independent auditors to secure annual audit of the School’s financial position.
• Coordinate and prepare schedules for annual tax return; interface with independent tax preparer to secure timely preparation and filing of the School’s tax return (Form 990).
  
  

Payroll/Hr Responsibilities

• Oversee semi-monthly payroll process to ensure controls are in place for accurate salaries and deductions
• Ensure legal compliance and equitable administration of compensation and benefits packages to all employees
• Oversee annual benefits enrollment process.
• Oversee the education of employees’ benefit programs.
  
  

Other Responsibilities & Expectations

• Actively participate in ongoing risk assessment and management.
• Contribute to a safe, supportive school environment for all constituents by acting with compassion and integrity in all situations.
• Contribute to a positive school culture by building collaborative, collegial, and respectful relationships with colleagues and overtly supporting teachers, administrators, and the Board of Trustees.
• Model the mission of the School to all staff, parents, students, and the community.
• Work in collaboration with other members of the administrative team for the benefit of the School as a whole, in any capacity necessary.
  
  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

We recognize that a broad range of experiences can equip individuals with the skills and tools needed to succeed in this role. If you think you are a good fit for this role, but do not check all the boxes below, we still want to hear from you!

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. CPA/MBA preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience working in nonprofit organizations or independent schools
• Proficiency with Blackbaud and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Strong Math skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Audit experience is a plus
  
  

Physical Requirements: This position requires general office work with prolonged periods of sitting/standing; keyboard/mouse use; speaking and hearing; traversing the school campus; near and distance vision; attending virtual and in-person meetings; occasional local driving; occasional lifting up to 20 pounds; and pulling/pushing heavier items.

Mission Alignment

Employees of the School are expected to support the institution's mission, values, and educational philosophy, and to contribute positively to the school community.

Employee Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Retirement account with employer matching
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Accident coverage
• Legal Shield/ID protection
• Employer-paid life insurance plus voluntary life and disability coverage
• Tuition discount for dependent children (K/1 and above)
• Lunch provided
  
  

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