Finance Director - Educational Institution

We are looking for a strategic financial leader with strong technical expertise, regulatory compliance experience, and a proven track record managing complex financial structures, including federal funds oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all Finance Office operations, including accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, and fixed assets.
• Develop and manage the institutional budget, including monthly variance analysis.
• Prepare and present financial statements and executive reports to the President and Board of Trustees.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, including federal fund management.
• Coordinate external annual audits and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Monitor institutional revenue streams and ensure financial sustainability through cost control.
• Oversee daily cash flow management, investments, and banking relationships.
• Conduct cost analyses and develop financial projections.
• Supervise finance team members and ensure strong internal controls.
• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to executive leadership.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting or Finance) with at least 5 years of related experience;
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• Master’s degree in Business Administration with specialization in Finance or Accounting;

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and GAAP.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and federal funding oversight (highly preferred).
• Background in higher education or nonprofit financial environments is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and executive presentation skills.
• Fully bilingual (English and Spanish).

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience presenting to Boards or executive committees.

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