Finance & Operations Leader for a Jewish Day School

The Rome Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School in Missouri seeks a Business Manager/Director of Finance to lead the school’s finances, accounting and operations. The role oversees accounts payable/receivable, payroll, purchasing, reporting and internal controls while partnering with leadership on strategic budgeting.

Responsibilities cover cash flow management, banking oversight, audits, financial forecasting, tuition-setting support, financial aid allocation, and contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Oversee all business office functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, purchasing, reporting, and financial controls.
• Monitor banking activities for the organization.
• Ensure adequate cash flow to meet the organization’s needs.
• Oversee management of fiscal reporting activities (monthly revenue/expense, balance sheet reports; reporting to banks, government agencies, etc.).
• Ensure adequate controls are installed and executed to safeguard assets and pass independent audit.
• Field inquiries from parents about billing and respond with timely and accurate information.
• Assist in development and implementation of sound financial and operational policies and ensure compliance with laws.
• Develop and monitor the school’s annual budget.
• Maintain a comprehensive long-range financial forecasting model.
• Establish a plan and schedule for annual budget preparation, including tuition-setting.
• Oversee the allocation of financial aid.
• Advise and negotiate significant contracts on behalf of the organization.
• Oversee the annual audit of the school’s financial records.
• Provide staff support for the Finance Committee of the Board; attend Board/committee meetings as required.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and calculation of salaries and wages.
• Investigate cost-effective benefit plans and manage employee benefit programs.
• Ensure compliance with HR-related laws and policies.
• Manage risk to ensure safety of personnel and students in their use of facilities.
• Maintain appropriate levels of insurance (property, liability, etc.).
• Oversee prudent purchasing and maintenance of fixed assets.
• Manage vendors providing repairs and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Supervise non-classroom duties when assigned.
• Other duties as required/requested by the Head of School.
• Work with the Head of School and administrators on strategic vision and operating plans.
• Represent the school at regional, state, and national associations.

Job description

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School in Missouri seeks a Business Manager/Director of Finance to lead the school’s finances, accounting and operations. The role oversees accounts payable/receivable, payroll, purchasing, reporting and internal controls while partnering with leadership on strategic budgeting.

Responsibilities cover cash flow management, banking oversight, audits, financial forecasting, tuition-setting support, financial aid allocation, and contract negotiations.