Director of Finance

The Director of Finance is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the financial accounting and reporting activities of the Owensboro Catholic Schools (OCS).

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training, Abilities, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
• Practicing Roman Catholic preferred
• Five to seven years of professional accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of non-profit accounting
• Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices, accounting principles, investments, and financial reporting
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of information technology, including personal computers and Microsoft Office Software
• Ability to professionally maintain confidential information

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees all financial operations for OCS, including budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and risk management to maximize growth
• Manages cash flow to ensure continuity of operations
• Spearheads the development of tuition rates annually
• Prepares reports for Pastoral and Financial Advisory Committees
• Collaborates with leadership to solve problems, mitigate risks, and finalize decisions
• Enforces investment guidelines to maximize distributions from endowments and investment accounts
• Remains up to date on Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), especially as it relates to non-profits, to resolve complex accounting issues
• Performs internal audit procedures throughout the fiscal year
• Provides a variety of financial analyses as needed for the leadership team
• Clearly communicates pertinent information to committee members responsible for the allocation of resources for tuition assistance
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Education Officer

The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check and complete Safe Environment training for the Diocese of Owensboro before employment can be granted.

Full-time employees are eligible to receive a 50% tuition discount and a 35% After School Program discount.

Owensboro Catholic Schools is an equal opportunity employer that provides a wide range of benefits.

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