Chief Financial Officer - Indianapolis, United States - The Oaks Academy

Description

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) reports to the Chief Executive Officer and assumes a key role in the overall strategic and financial management of the school.

The CFO has primary responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial-related activities of the institution.
Responsibilities
Advise Senior Leadership Team, Board of Trustees, and Board Finance Committee on the financial implications of school decisions and activities
Lead the development and continuous evaluation of short- and long-term strategic financial objectives
Responsible for accounting, finance, budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and risk management
Ensure that effective internal controls are in place
Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting
Direct supervision of the Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources staff
Oversee relationships with all contracted third-party service providers

Founded in 1998, The Oaks Academy is a Christ-centered school that exists to provide a rich, classical education to children of diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, preparing them to succeed in a rigorous secondary educational program and to demonstrate spiritual, social and emotional maturity.

Currently on three campuses, serving over 1,000 students, The Oaks Academy continues to grow to serve more children.

The CFO has access to all benefits - medical (with HSA option), dental, vision, voluntary life, paid time off, access to a retirement plan, and a tuition benefit for an enrolled child.

Learn more about The Oaks Academy

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Requirements
Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related field; CPA preferred
6+ years in financial leadership, preferred for a school
Experience in non-profit financial management and accounting
Detail and results-oriented
Critical thinking/reasoning skills
Strong communication skills
Must be able to embrace and advocate for the mission and core values of the School

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