What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at CAL-WEST EDUCATORS PLACEMENT?
This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.
CalWest's partner school in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a Director of Finance to begin July 2025.
Apply through the CalWest Candidate Portal
CalWest Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree and / or other educational requirements listed on the job description
Requisite skills commensurate with the position
A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
Authorization to live and work in the United States
Client School Preferred 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.
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