Annapolis Area Christian School is an independent, nondenominational Christian school serving Kindergarten through 12th grade students.
The CFO is a senior leader reporting directly to the Head of School (HOS) and is responsible for overseeing and managing all the school's financial activities. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Lead the business office team in all day-to-day and strategic aspects of AACS accounting and financial reporting.
- Ensure effective use of all financial resources in collaboration with and support of the HOS and the AACS Board of Directors.
- Lead annual operating budget development in collaboration with all identified AACS leaders and managers.
- Forecast financial performance in 5-year increments, managing financial risks.
- Monitor and manage cash flow and optimize capital structures.
- Analyze the financial strengths and weaknesses of AACS, working with the HOS to develop short and long-term corrective action.
- Provide financial dashboard information and necessary reporting to the identified AACS leaders and managers, the Finance Committee, the Board of Directors, auditors, and banking and finance partners as appropriate and required.
- Comply with all Board accounting, financial management, and reporting policies. Work with the HOS to propose financial policy changes to the Board of Directors as needed.
- Ensure employee compensation structures approved by the AACS Board of Directors are implemented effectively and comply with local, state, and federal laws.
- Collaborate with insurance brokers on an organizational risk management strategy.
- Act as the Co-Plan Administrator for the 403(b) plan.
- Cultivate positive relationships with banking and financing partners.
- Conduct RFPs as required by financial policies and negotiate financial contracts.
- Supervise the Director of Human Resources and lead the financial aspects of employee compensation and benefits.
- Supervise the Facilities Director and collaborate with the HOS to develop capital plans that provide appropriate funding for capital projects, including deferred maintenance.
- Attend all Board of Directors meetings to provide financial perspective to board discourse and support the Finance Committee.
- Present appropriate financial reporting to AACS employees and the Association.
Qualifications:
- Profession of faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and active involvement in a local Christian church.
- Demonstrated commitment to Christian schooling.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 5+ years CFO or Financial Controller experience, including leading teams.
- Experience with Blackbaud or equivalent accounting software.
- Experience with customer-facing operations.
Annapolis Area Christian School Employees may also enjoy the following benefits if applicable:
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Free Employee Assistance Program, Short and Long-Term Disability
- Matching Retirement
- Tuition Discount for Children
Salary range is available upon request by Human Resources after the CV has been submitted.
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