Director of Finance

Gross Schechter Day School serves more than 260 students from infancy through eighth grade, with a staff of about 80 full- and part-time professionals. The school is seeking an experienced Director of Finance, available no later than January 2027, who reports to the Head of School and works closely with the Board Treasurer, Finance Committee and Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities:
• Manage school-wide budgeting and ongoing management against the budget
• Plan and direct all accounting operations and prepare internal and external financial statements
• Coordinate external auditors and oversee regulatory reporting, tax planning and compliance
• Manage state funds and scholarships, and ensure compliance with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, the Jewish Education Center and major donors
• Handle payroll matters and manage the school's 403(b) plans with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland
• Oversee contracts with the school's fractional HR firm and school nurse staffing firm
• Supervise the finance team and office manager, and help families with tuition and financial assistance questions

Qualifications:
• Five years of relevant experience required
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; an MBA or CPA is preferred
• Not-for-profit accounting experience, ideally in an independent school
• Experience supervising staff and working closely with trustees, donors and lay leaders