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Thrive · 1 day ago

Director Of Finance

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$16/hr - $16/hr

5+ years exp

Thrive is overseeing the financial operations of Portland Christian School. The Director of Finance is responsible for financial planning, budgeting, compliance, and providing support to leadership and the Board of Directors.

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Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and monitor the school’s annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with leadership and the board

Supervise all accounting functions, maintain accurate financial records, and prepare timely financial statements for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, oversee annual reviews/audits, and maintain compliance with tax laws and nonprofit reporting standards

Monitor cash flow and safeguard the school’s assets to ensure financial stability

Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Head of School and Board of Directors to guide strategic decisions

Oversee payroll, employee benefits, and retirement plans to ensure accuracy and compliance

Supervise finance & HR staff, foster professional development, and promote a culture of accountability and excellence

Qualification

Financial ManagementBudgetingAccountingCPA CertificationFinancial PlanningComplianceFinancial SystemsLeadership ExperienceTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

Agreement and consent to School's Statement of Faith

Christian testimony and regular church attendance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (minimum requirement)

Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or SFO (School Finance Officer) are highly valued

Five (5) years of financial management experience, ideally in nonprofit, education, or mission-driven organizations

Prior leadership experience managing finance teams and collaborating with boards or senior leadership

Background in budgeting and forecasting for tuition-driven institutions or organizations with multiple revenue streams (tuition, fundraising, endowment, grants)

Hands-on experience with financial systems/software (QuickBooks, FACTS)