Managing Director of Finance

Summary

Description

Who We Are

• A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
• Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement
• Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship
• Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development

Who We Serve

• 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
• 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
• 56% English Language Learners

What You’ll Do

The Managing Director of Finance will take ownership of and continuously improve the following (delegating where appropriate): 

Budget Development and Monitoring Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the school consistent with the Charter, strategic plan, and applicable law
• Work with the school’s executives and directors to ensure financial resources are optimally planned and allocated in accordance with strategic and operational priorities approved by the Atlas Board of Directors
• Review, approve, and account code all accounts payable and receivable
• Record accurate transactions and journal entries with appropriate backup documentation
• Reconciliation of assets and liabilities, monthly bank activity, and purchasing card transactions
• Oversee and review all payroll functions and reporting 
• Grants oversight and reporting to include budget development, reimbursements, and program activity monitoring 

Reporting Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting development, analysis, forecasting, and presentation
• Understand and follow authorizer, state, and other applicable financial reporting requirements and formats
• Maintain compliance and complete regular review of tax returns and related filings
• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to appropriate stakeholders
• Monitor, share out, and administer updates to financial statutes and guidance 
• Own financial policy and procedure development, monitoring, training, and improvement

Other Business-Related Responsibilities

• Oversee approach and processes for commercial insurance and risk management strategies
• Ensure superior preparation for and compliance with the school’s annual financial audit and bond requirements
• Serve as the school’s primary financial liaison with the Atlas Board of Directors and Finance Committee, Harrison School District Two, various financial entities with which the school maintains accounts, external auditors, and insurers
• Support the school’s Auxiliary Foundation and Atlas Building Corporation to ensure alignment regarding priorities, accounting, and reporting (particularly in support of the school’s Annual Financial Report)
• Coordinate with the Human Resources team on matters intersecting areas of responsibility including employee credit and purchasing cards, payroll transactions, and details related to employee benefit premiums
• Collaborate and coordinate with the Director of Development to ensure proper accounting, compliance, transparency, and implementation of best practices regarding grants and all other methods of fundraising
• Make hiring decisions, implement training, and retain competent accounting and finance staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Compensation & Schedule

• Annual Salary Range: $90,000 – $107,291 (DOE)
• Signing Bonus: $10,000 
• Schedule: Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings as needed

Benefits

• Approximately 7 weeks of paid school breaks
• 80 hours of annual flex time and 48 hours of annual sick time 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
• 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit 
• 100% Employer paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of employee discounts

Annual Calendar and Start Date

• 230 working days
• Start Date: June 1, 2024

Who You Are

• A completed Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
• At least two years of experience in governmental accounting or public school accounting
• Ability to successfully pass all required background screening in accordance with CRS § § 22-30.5-110.7
• Demonstrated proficiency working in financial and database management systems, specifically related to accounting, budgeting and payroll
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Governmental Accounting Board (GASB) standards and guidance
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing school district finances
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets
• Exceptional skills related to communication, documentation, critical thinking, organization, and attention to detail 
• Superior time management necessary for a consistent ability to meet deadlines 
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team and to effectively manage others
• Desire and willingness to learn about Atlas’s history and philosophy and to uphold and promote the mission and values of the school 

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• K-12 Public Charter School experience
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience
• Experience utilizing Paycom and/or AptaFund
• Familiarity with Colorado Department of Education financial reporting requirements and formats

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to sit and stand (conducive to an office environment) for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed
• Must be able to abide by all policies and procedures of Atlas Preparatory School
• Must be able to able to work solely in person for the first 90 days of employment (hybrid schedule may be discussed after this period is complete)

Position Closes: May 9, 2024