Strategic Finance Director - Education Nonprofit

The Denver Waldorf School; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Denver Waldorf School in Denver, CO is seeking a full-time Finance Director to oversee the school's financial operations, ensure fiscal sustainability, and provide strategic leadership. You will work with the School Director, Finance Committee, and Board of Trustees to align financial decisions with the school's mission.

Responsibilities include budgeting, accounting, reporting, audits, tax filings, and risk management, plus overseeing cash flow and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred (CPA preferred).
• Extensive nonprofit financial management experience, preferably in education.
• Strong budgeting, reporting, and auditing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting and five-year financial planning.
• Develop and implement financial policies, debt management, and investment oversight.
• Collaborate with leadership on tuition planning, financial aid, and capital projects.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, annual budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

Nonprofit financial management

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks Online

Job description

The Denver Waldorf School in Denver, CO is seeking a full-time Finance Director to oversee the school's financial operations, ensure fiscal sustainability, and provide strategic leadership. You will work with the School Director, Finance Committee, and Board of Trustees to align financial decisions with the school's mission.

Responsibilities include budgeting, accounting, reporting, audits, tax filings, and risk management, plus overseeing cash flow and regulatory compliance.