Director of Quality Assurance - Business Office (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Texas; Remote; USD 108,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a Director of Quality Assurance to oversee compliance and improve processes within the Business Office. This role is crucial for ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering continuous improvement across departments. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic decision-making skills and a solid background in finance or internal auditing, particularly in the K-12 education sector. With a focus on collaboration and data-driven insights, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment.

Benefits

Health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Generous vacation

Professional development

403(b) plan

Relocation stipends

Qualifications

• 10+ years in finance or internal audit, preferably in K-12 education.
• Strong decision-making and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Internal Audit team and establish annual risk assessments.
• Conduct audits and make process improvement recommendations.

Skills

Strategic decision-making

Team management

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Process evaluation

Familiarity with AI and enterprise systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

TASBO certification

CPA certification

PMP certification

Job description

Director of Quality Assurance - Business Office (25-26)

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Role Mission

The mission of the Director of Quality Assurance is to support the execution and oversight of Chief Area processes, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and authorizer regulations, policies, and statutes. This role involves monitoring, auditing, and collaborating across departments to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement. The Director will also support continuous improvement initiatives, work with stakeholders, and assist internal audits, reporting directly to the CFO.

Location

• This is a full-time remote position based in Texas, with preferences for candidates in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin, Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County or those willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations

• Travel is minimal, not exceeding 20% during peak times, for training, meetings, or audits. The role is primarily remote when not traveling, with potential access to regional offices.

Essential Duties

Responsibilities include collaborating with the Internal Audit team, establishing annual risk assessments, reviewing policies, executing audits, making process improvement recommendations, conducting quality reviews, establishing KPIs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role also involves partnering across divisions on system integration and data security, and staying updated on regulatory changes.

Additional Duties

Partner with the Business Office leadership to define financial review processes, ensure compliance, serve as a strategic advisor, establish KPIs for key processes, and oversee system integration and data security efforts. Building staff capacity and other duties as assigned are also part of the role.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills: Strategic decision-making, team management, self and organizational growth, trust building, deliberate communication, organizational skills, data analysis, process evaluation, feedback incorporation, sound judgment, and familiarity with AI and enterprise systems.

Experience: Bachelor’s degree required, with a minimum of 10 years in finance or internal audit, preferably in K-12 education. Master's degree and certifications like TASBO, CPA, PMP are preferred.

Physical Requirements

This is a sedentary role requiring extended sitting at a computer, with the ability to perform other physical activities as needed.

What We Offer

Salaries range from $108,100 to $128,600, with performance-based incentives. Benefits include health plans, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous vacation, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. Relocation stipends may be available.

Application Process

Apply online via Jobvite. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until filled, so early application is encouraged.