Director of Finance & Operations

Catholic Diocese of Dallas; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cistercian Preparatory School, an independent Catholic prep school near Dallas, seeks a Director of Finance to lead all business office functions and financial planning. The role requires hands-on leadership, adherence to GAAP, and collaboration with the Headmaster and School Board.

The candidate will oversee budgeting, reporting, HR compliance, and annual audits, ensuring strong internal controls and ethical standards in service to the school community.

Qualifications

• A BBA in Accounting or MBA in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting; CPA with audit experience is desired.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in full-cycle accounting, preferably with a managerial background.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all Business Office functions including revenue collection, accounts payable, vendor contracts, payroll, accounting and reporting, regulatory reporting and compliance, risk management, financial aid, external audit, human resources and other business administration activities.
• Review the work of direct reports and provide training as needed; oversee three direct reports: Controller, Accounts Payable Specialist, and HR Coordinator.
• Maintain GAAP-compliant books; review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; monitor variances and alert Headmaster to concerns.
• Develop, monitor, and manage the School's annual budgets and financial reporting; ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Collaborate with Headmaster and School Board committees to meet fiduciary responsibilities; support quarterly Audit and Investment Committee meetings.
• Oversee insurance policy renewals and coordinate with the independent auditor for the annual audit.
• Ensure HR policies comply with legal requirements and support school strategy with financial analysis.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Investment management

Non-profit accounting

Education

BBA in Accounting

MBA in Accounting

Tools

Veracross

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cistercian Preparatory School, an independent Catholic prep school near Dallas, seeks a Director of Finance to lead all business office functions and financial planning. The role requires hands-on leadership, adherence to GAAP, and collaboration with the Headmaster and School Board.

The candidate will oversee budgeting, reporting, HR compliance, and annual audits, ensuring strong internal controls and ethical standards in service to the school community.