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Director of Finance and Operations

Classifications

Senior Leadership Team; Full-Time; Exempt; 12-Month; On-Site / Hybrid option

Reports To

Head of School

About Nativity Prep: 

Nativity Preparatory School New Bedford is an independent, tuition-free school for boys in grades 5-8 from households of limited financial means in the New Bedford area. Nativity Prep fosters the intellectual, moral, social, and athletic growth of its students, and nurtures in a small-school setting the full potential of their character. Nativity annually serves a diverse student body of approximately 60 boys. 

Nativity Preparatory School  is deeply committed to fostering belonging and an inclusive community. Nativity Prep seeks candidates who have a clear interest in being part of a community that is committed to these principles and those of restorative justice.

As Nativity Prep enters its 25th year, the school seeks to build on its strong foundation and establish a pathway to sustained success for decades to come. The school is committed to developing programming that enhances the opportunities for the students to develop critical life skills. 

Financial Management

• Record payroll and 401k account entries 
• Serve as the organization’s point of contact for the annual audit
• Oversee donor management database effectively
• Record and track additions and releases of restricted revenue
• Work with the investment committee to create endowment policy, budget and compliance
• Prepare net asset roll forward schedule 
• Review and prepare monthly accounts payable report
• Manage reconciliation of all financial accounts 
• Manage cash flow
• Prepare and maintain fixed asset depreciation schedule 
• Establish policies to ensure accurate and efficient accounting following GAAP 
• Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and a thought partner for the financial health of the school

Budgeting / Reporting 

• Prepare annual operating budget with the Head of School and Associate Head of School
• Prepare monthly budget updates and forecasts
• Provide timely reports to the Board Treasurer and Finance Committee 
• Prepare quarterly reports: Profit & Loss / Budget updates, balance sheet, net asset roll forward schedule, and unrestricted net assets

Grant Management 

• Manage financial operations for NP’s programs and fiscally sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with grants and donor requirements. 
• Prepare and maintain grant calendar, budgets and financial reports for funders
• Develop strategies to improve cost efficiency and enhance funding stability including new funding sources
• Monitor the schools’ financial performance to ensure alignment with organizational missions and goals

Operations 

• Oversee the Director of Facilities and the Director of  IT
• Review and negotiate vendor contracts and establish bid procedures
• Work with Head of School to prioritize capital projects and larger maintenance needs
• Manage inventory of all assets 
• Enhance cost efficiency of utilities, buildings and grounds 

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Financial Engagement Experience required. Masters in Finance, MBA or CPA preferred. 
• Proven track record of financial management, annual operating budgets, and / or operations
• Ability to lead strategic initiatives while anticipating potential issues and identifying practical solutions across departments at the school
• Proficiency with G-Suite, Excel, quickbooks and ability to learn, contract or create a new Fundraising management database
• Previous experience in a non-profit or independent school preferred

Compensation

• Nativity Prep offers a competitive salary and benefits package including: health, vision and dental insurance. 401k at a 3% match, and professional development opportunities. 

• The initial annual salary range is between $70,000-$90,000 and is negotiable and based on work experience and background. 

You are encouraged to apply if you meet some or  all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description. Nativity Prep is committed to both growth and excellence and we welcome any inquiries about the job. 

For all inquires please reach out to Christian Garris, Head of School – cgarris@nativitynb.org 

Nativity Prep is committed to a diverse and inclusive community with respect to race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, family status, economic circumstance, age, and physical disability in its student body, faculty and staff.  Nativity Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and athletic and other school administered programs. We strongly encourage applications from minority candidates. Nativity Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer.