Description

Job Description: The Chief Financial Officer serves CCS by maintaining responsibility for the functions of the Business Office, tuition management system, upholding and updating financial policies through the approval of the CCS School Board, and engagement with the CCS Finance Committee.

Employee Profile:

• Acceptance without reservation of the CCS Statement of Faith
• A strong, clear Christian testimony
• A lifestyle that displays an ongoing personal relationship with God and a commitment to serve Him daily
• Consistent participation in a local church community
• Commitment to the CCS Mission and purpose

Spiritual Profile:

• Models a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in speech, actions, attitudes
• Sets example of the importance of prayer, Scripture memorization and study, witnessing, and unity in Christian fellowship
• Implements biblical principles as they relate to the spiritual well-being of students, parents, and staff
• Follows Matthew 18 principle in dealing with students, parents, administration, and staff
• Shows support for the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education, and assists them in the task
• Encourages students to accept God’s gift of salvation and grow in their faith
• Emphasizes to students the reality of their self-worth in Christ
• Foster spiritual growth in the lives of students through various means when appropriate and applicable  

Professional Profile:

• Cooperates with the board and administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school in addition to direct reports as stated on the organizational chart
• Maintains a clean, attractive, well-ordered workspace
• Accepts a share of responsibility for extra duties as assigned by Head of School and/or direct supervisor
• Utilizes educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
• Seeks the counsel of administration, colleagues, and parents, and is teachable
• Provides input and recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school
• Attends and participates in applicable scheduled devotional, committee, and faculty meetings
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for dealing with emergencies
• Contributes to the general improvement of the school program
• Cultivates positive relationships with parents, teachers, and students where applicable
• Communicates with staff, students, and parents effectively, clearly, and with grace

Personal Profile:

• Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, selfcontrol, perseverance, and punctuality
• Meets everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism
• Exercises friendliness and consideration, treating students, parents, and staff without partiality
• Submits respectfully and is loyal to constituted authority
• Maintains a personal appearance that is a model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste
• Uses acceptable and professional English in written and oral communication
• Develops and maintains rapport with students, parents, and staff to promote a positive learning environment
• Recognizes the need for good public relations while presenting the school in a favorable and professional manner to its constituency and the general public
• Demonstrates an appreciation and understanding of the uniqueness of the local community

Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and strictly follow ethical guidelines and principles
• Supervises all functions and duties of the Business Office
• Prepares and maintains proper controls of all accounting functions
• Prepares Annual Budget including budget updating and projection and manages expenses accordingly
• Attends monthly CCS Finance Committee and Board meetings and prepares and presents monthly financial statements
• Requests and reviews school contracts
• Prepares and supervises details of the Annual Audit Balances all accounts and bank reconciliations monthly
• Manages bank balances and investing of available funds into a promontory account, as appropriate
• Oversees collection of Accounts Receivable and creation of payment options
• Maintains all accounting functions for CCS parent groups as described in the CCS Policy and Procedures
• Supports and manage workman’s compensation claims 
• Supervises federal and state reporting of 941s, W2s, 1095s, and 1099s
• Manages Parental Choice, EVNs, distribution of checks, and reconciliation to the OTC 
• Maintains and engages with Tuition Assistance Committee to award additional tuition assistance
• Manages Opportunity Scholarship Fund student applications and reconciliation
• Supports and maintains potential Scholarship Granting Organizations both internally and externally as applicable
• Oversees the procurement and distribution process of goods
• Analyzes trends in tuition, costs, and other funding mechanisms, as well as conduct micro and macro, local and global applicable financial analyses 

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Master’s Degree in Education Administration, Business Administration, or a related field Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s Degree or CPA preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles; nonprofit or independent school experience preferred
• Strong proficiency with accounting systems, Excel, and general financial software
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial practices
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, and financial strategy
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills  
• High ethical standards
• Exemplifies strong leadership abilities including problem solving, collaboration, and service
• Excellence in analytical and organizational skills