Director of Finance

The Rome Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The College School, located in Missouri, seeks an organized, collaborative Director of Finance to oversee financial planning, budgeting, and business operations. You will develop robust reporting systems, support budgeting, and coordinate projects with school leadership to optimize resources.

The ideal candidate balances analytical rigor with strategic perspective, and thrives in a dynamic school environment that values process improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in business operations, financial analysis, accounting, or organizational administration.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Experience in an independent school or nonprofit organization preferred.
• Familiarity with Blackbaud or similar financial management systems is a plus.
• Commitment to the mission and values of The College School.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and monitoring of the school’s annual operating budget.
• Assist with financial projections, budget analysis, and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare financial information, summaries, and supporting materials for school leadership and Board committees.
• Analyze financial and operational trends to help inform planning and decision-making.
• Coordinate administrative systems and processes improvements.
• Assist with vendor relationships, service agreements, and purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate special projects related to business operations and institutional effectiveness.
• Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency and resources.
• Support the school’s annual planning and reporting cycles.
• Work with school leadership on operational priorities and special initiatives.
• Maintain organized documentation related to financial planning, contracts, and projects.
• Assist with institutional reporting and preparation of materials.
• Support the implementation of new systems, processes, and administrative initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive, responsive administrative environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Blackbaud

Job description

Director of Finance

The College School seeks an organized, collaborative, and analytical professional to support the school’s financial planning, business operations, and administrative effectiveness.

Working closely with the Head of School and school leadership, this individual will develop strong financial reporting systems, support budgeting and planning, coordinate operational projects, and contribute to the effective management of school resources.

The ideal candidate is a thoughtful problem-solver who enjoys working in a dynamic school environment, balancing attention to detail with a broader understanding of organizational priorities.

Essential Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Support the development and monitoring of the school’s annual operating budget.
• Assist with financial projections, budget analysis, and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare financial information, summaries, and supporting materials for school leadership and Board committees.
• Analyze financial and operational trends to help inform planning and decision-making.

Business Operations

• Support the coordination and improvement of administrative systems and processes.
• Assist with vendor relationships, service agreements, and organizational purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate special projects related to business operations and institutional effectiveness.
• Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency and make effective use of school resources.
• Support the school’s annual planning and reporting cycles.

Administrative and Organizational Support

• Work collaboratively with school leadership on operational priorities and special initiatives.
• Maintain organized documentation related to financial planning, contracts, and operational projects.
• Assist with institutional reporting and the preparation of materials.
• Support the implementation of new systems, processes, and administrative initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive, responsive, and collaborative administrative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in business operations, financial analysis, accounting, or organizational administration.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Experience in an independent school or nonprofit organization preferred.
• Familiarity with Blackbaud or similar financial management systems is a plus.
• Commitment to the mission and values of The College School.

The College School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. Please visit www.thecollegeschool.org to learn more about our school and culture.