General Description:
The Director of Finance reports to the Superintendent, functions as a member of the Cabinet, and directly oversees the finance department and related personnel. The Director of Finance interfaces with the Board of Trustees and/or Board Treasurer at key times regarding budgetary or financial topics in conjunction with the Superintendent. The Director of Finance supports all school personnel with budgetary responsibilities and serves as a leader in the stewardship and management of revenue and expenses. The Director of Finance centers on living out the mission with a grounded, strength of character, maintaining a positive culture of collaboration and productivity, and promoting a vibrant, Christ-centered, and unified workplace.
Core Qualifications and Commitments:
All employees embody the SCS mission as evidenced in the following:
- Exemplifies Jesus in character, attitude, speech, and action
- Exhibits a learning posture fueled by curiosity and a passion for growth
- Displays humility, relational intelligence, and a desire to influence for good
- Values genuine and meaningful collaboration and conversation
- Demonstrates intentionality and heart for investing in others
All employees are required to:
- Sign and live out the SCS Statement of Faith and Employee Standards of Conduct
- Be involved in his/her church and Christian community
- Sign and abide by the policies, procedures, and guidelines in the Employee Handbook
Role Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (CPA, CMA, and/or Masters preferred)
- Demonstrated experience in general accounting, budgeting, payroll, and allocation of funds
- Proven ability to lead with confidence, discretion, and a collaborative spirit
- Consistent approach of grace and peace throughout all facets of daily work and personal interactions
- Excellence and effectiveness in communication, both verbal and written
- Successful accounting experience with general ledger and monthly financial cycles
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft 365, automated accounting software, and databases (i.e. MIP)
- Experience in a non-profit environment and auditing preferred
Key Responsibilities:
- Guides financial decisions through establishing, monitoring, and implementing accounting procedures
- Prepares and updates the Annual Budget for the operation of the school
- Establishes and monitors financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems
- Oversees indexed tuition applications, awards, and other monthly revenue, billing, and collection
- Ensures proper payroll functions for all employees, including twice monthly payroll reviews
- Engages in effective conversations with all school personnel, Board members, and community members
- Collaborates with the Director of Philanthropy for accounting support of fundraisers (i.e. annual golf tournament and auction)
- Partners with the Director of Human Resources in managing the employee fully loaded benefits package, including healthcare, emergency employee fund, and professional development funding
- Invests spiritually and professionally in direct reports
- Assists with Central Office support as needed
- Tracks and communicates family account concerns with the Superintendent
- Provides monthly financial reports to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees
- Protects and maximizes return on SCS assets
- Owns the process of the annual external audit of financial records with an independent accounting firm, including preparation of appropriate audit schedules
- Processes L&I Claims, staying current on accounting rules and tax laws along with making recommended adjustments for compliance
- Serves as the primary school contact for liability insurance vendor and practices
- Develops strategies and assists with management of endowment funds and banking relationships
- Prepares and files federal, state, and county filings
Essential Physical Functions/Demands:
- Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time, sit, kneel, bend and move around the classroom and building throughout the day
- Must have the ability to lift approximately 10 lbs. and occasional moving of equipment and/or materials
- Must have the ability to see and read a computer screen and printed materials, and hear and understand speech at a normal level
- Must be able to monitor student safety along with implementing emergency procedures
- Must be able to speak, write and communicate proficiently in the English language
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions
Employment Eligibility:
As a religious educational institution, Seattle Christian School is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees on the basis of religion. Title VII Section 702-703 U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended: Rev. Code of Washington 49.60.040
All employees must be eligible to work in the United States with citizenship or residency, unless otherwise noted. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials, official transcripts and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history.
