Strategic Finance & Operations Director

NorthPoint Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group seeks a Director of Finance and Operations for an Atlanta, GA school. The role leads fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, and compliance of financial systems, HR, grants, and operations.

Responsibilities include budgeting, reporting, audits, cash flow, HR/payroll, procurement, and grants management. CPA or strong GAAP experience preferred; MBA preferred. This is a senior leadership role with Board engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field (MBA preferred).
• CPA certification highly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead budget development, implementation, and monitoring with School Leader and Board Finance Committee.
• Oversee financial operations including accounting, purchasing, and reporting.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and timely fiscal reporting deadlines.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, forecasts, and reports.
• Manage procurement, contracts, and purchasing procedures with internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits and address findings.
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and grant funds for stability.
• Oversee HR and payroll functions, ensuring DOE compliance.
• Support staff recruitment, onboarding, and personnel documentation.
• Administer benefits and compensation with external providers.
• Oversee grants budgeting, drawdowns, and documentation.
• Monitor program expenditures to align with grant budgets.
• Oversee daily operations: procurement, vendor contracts, facilities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Fund accounting

Grant management

HR/payroll/operational systems

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

NorthPoint Search Group seeks a Director of Finance and Operations for an Atlanta, GA school. The role leads fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, and compliance of financial systems, HR, grants, and operations.

Responsibilities include budgeting, reporting, audits, cash flow, HR/payroll, procurement, and grants management. CPA or strong GAAP experience preferred; MBA preferred. This is a senior leadership role with Board engagement.