Finance Director for Schools (EX)(2026-2027)-School of the Incarnation, Gambrills MD
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Key details
- Salary
- $85K–$105K/yr
- Location
- Gambrills, MD, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Lead / Staff+
- Job type
- Full-time
- Function
- Finance & Accounting
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 5h ago
Skills
About the role
School of the Incarnation is seeking candidates for a full-time, 12-month Finance Director position. The Finance Director is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the school and supporting its long-term financial health and sustainability. Working closely with the Principal and school leadership team, the Director manages budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, payroll, tuition administration, employee benefits, grants, and funding programs.
The Finance Director serves as the primary financial advisor to the Principal and School Board, providing financial analysis, projections, and recommendations to support strategic planning and informed decision-making. The position also supervises the Bookkeeper and collaborates with other members of the administrative team to ensure responsible financial stewardship and effective school operations.
Essential Functions:
- Develop, manage, and oversee the annual operating budget and long-range financial projections.
- Advise the Principal and School Board on financial performance, trends, forecasts, and the financial implications of strategic decisions.
- Prepare and present financial statements, reports, budget analyses, and recommendations.
- Oversee accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping, in collaboration with the Bookkeeper.
- Coordinate annual external audits, periodic internal audits, and all required financial reporting and compliance activities.
- Oversee tuition billing, collections, financial assistance, and financial administration through FACTS.
- Manage the school's Maryland BOOST Program, including applications, awards, payments, and required reporting.
- Collaborate with the Campus Facilities Manager and Advancement Director to develop, write, submit, and manage grant applications and funding opportunities.
- Oversee the financial administration of capital campaign contributions, pledges, payments, and related expenditures.
- Serve as the primary Human Resources contact for employees following initial hiring and onboarding, overseeing payroll coordination, employee benefits administration, and related administrative matters.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of the Bookkeeper.
- Prepare financial information and recommendations to support decisions regarding staffing, programs, expenditures, and capital investments.
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Maintain appropriate financial controls, accurate financial records, and compliance with Archdiocesan policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
Position Qualifications:
- Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the school.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
- Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with payroll, employee benefits administration, grants, and restricted funding is preferred.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to present financial information and provide recommendations to school leadership and governing boards.
Pay Range: $85,000 - $105,000, Annualized
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:
https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/