Details
Posted: 13-Apr-22
Location: Deerfield, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Categories:
Accounting
The Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) serves as the Chief Financial Officer, oversees day-to-day school operations, and manages the physical resources of the school. Reporting to the Head of School and working closely with the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees, the DFO is a member of Bement’s Leadership Team and a key strategic and thought partner for the Head of School.
Responsibilities and duties of the Director of Finance and Operations include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Develop and maintain an annual operating budget and financial plans.
- Collaborate with the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees and the Head of School to manage Bement’s financial and physical resources.
- Lead and supervise a Business Office team that includes accounting and HR capacities.
- Oversee several administrative and operational departments including Dining Services, Student Health Services, Buildings and Grounds, Housekeeping, Transportation, and Information Technology Services.
- Partner with the Director of Admissions to manage annual re-enrollment and financial aid processes.
- In concert with the Head of School and the Leadership Team, establish and uphold all employment policies as delineated in Bement’s Employee Handbook.
- Manage institutional assets and set strategic financial direction with an eye toward risk management and intergenerational equity.
- Develop, uphold, and advance an affirming, inclusive climate for all stakeholders in the Bement community.
- Serve as a leading voice in school-wide initiatives to articulate and advance the school’s mission, core values, and short- and long-term goals.
- Partner with other members of the senior administration to provide leadership, direction, and decision-making capacity for the entire Bement school community.
- Support the school and its leadership, publicly and privately.
- With support of school counsel and Head of School, as needed, evaluate, approve, and execute contracts.
- Oversee administration of employee benefits including retirement savings, and health, life, and disability insurance plans.
- Serve as primary liaison to local officials and offices in maintaining a positive working relationship between the town and the school.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Head of School.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
- Experience in management or accounting, preferably in an academic setting.
Managerial and supervisory experience, particularly in an independent school and/or nonprofit setting.
- A working knowledge of nonprofit accounting and finance essentials.
- Desire to build considerable expertise in the financial accounting, reporting, and modeling relevant to independent schools.
- Knowledge of human resources best practices as they pertain to hiring, supervision, and evaluation processes.
- Desire to become a key part of a vibrant community.
- Ability to respond actively and decisively to unexpected challenges with grace and confidence.
- Comfort with multitasking and prioritization of large and important projects.
- Strength of character, flexibility, adaptability, sense of humor, and desire and ability to be a role model to faculty, staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders in a highly visible position.
To Apply
Submit a letter of interest, updated resume, and list of three professional references* via email to Toni Costa: tcosta@bement.org. Deadline for submission is Monday, April 25.
*References will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission.