Finance Manager

Catskill Montessori School

Finance Manager

Catskill, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Manager to join our team and take responsibility for a broad range of financial and administrative tasks. This role is crucial in managing the school's financial health, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, overseeing payroll, and supporting strategic planning efforts. You will be responsible for tasks such as account management, budgeting, financial reporting, and tax filings, as well as collaborating with the Board Treasurer and other key stakeholders. Additionally, the ideal candidate will bring experience in development work, fundraising, and grants, contributing to the school’s financial growth and sustainability.

    If you have a strong background in financial management, a passion for non-profit work, and a dedication to helping educational organizations thrive, we encourage you to apply!

    Responsible for:

    Account Management:

    Opening and closing bank accounts as needed (with board approval for opening new accounts).

    Managing the relationship with the bank.

    Ensuring adequate funds are available to meet operational needs.

    Monitoring account activity and reconciling statements.

    Write and sign checks.

    Approve electronic fund transfers (ACH, wire transfers).

    Make deposits.

    Access account information.

    Cash flow management AP/AR

    Quickbooks

    ADP

    Payroll

    Maintain salaries and benefits packages

    TADS- financials

    Enrollment- Financial Aid/Sliding Scale, Billing, Tuition Agreements

    Financial management and procedures

    Organizational policies

    Budgeting and forecasting

    Financial reporting

    For admin staff

    For board

    Legal and Regulatory Compliance

    990 filing

    State and federal filing taxes

    Ensures the school's compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to non-profit organizations.

    Review all insurance yearly (Health, Liability, Unemployment)

    Obtain quotes for health and business insurance

    Vendor contracts

    W4’s

    Liability insurance

    Responsible for annual tax filings and reporting - including W2's, 1099’s, 1096 and unemployment insurance, and annual unemployment insurance audits

    Strategic Planning

    Annual Report

    Annual Audit with an independent auditor

    Human Resources (potentially shared responsibility):

    Oversees employee onboarding, including managing benefits enrollment and payroll setup.

    Ensures adherence to labor laws and regulations, handling any employee-related financial issues.

    Develop and manage the school's compensation strategy with HOS

    Administers salary adjustments

    Oversees the maintenance of employee records and ensures confidentiality.

    Manages the aspects of disciplinary processes addressing the financial implications of terminations or disputes.

    Title Funding

    CRM

    Little Green Light

    Collaborate with Board Treasurer

    Ideal Candidate:

    Development Work

    Create the development timeline

    Federal and State

    Corporate Fundraising

    Private fundraising

    Competitive Grants

    Formula Grants

    Foundation Grants