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Maple Street School, an independent Pre-K through Grade 8 school located in Manchester, VT, seeks an experienced, resourceful, and enthusiastic Director of Finance and Operations (DOF/O) to join our team for the 2023-24 school year.

Maple Street’s DOF/O will play a strategic role in the daily responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial, business, and operational aspects of the school. The DOF/O reports to the Head of School and serves on the school’s leadership team. The DOF/O supports the Finance Committee of the Board and the Board of Trustees in their financial oversight responsibilities and planning.

The DOF/O is a full-time position with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. 

Primary duties and responsibilities: 

Financial Management & Internal Controls

• Provide strategic leadership, analysis, and management of finances and operations.
• Oversee all business office functions including all financial reporting to the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and various committees.
• Serve on the Head of School’s Administrative Team and lead, co-lead, or participate in several other teams and committees.
• Establish financial and capital strategies that are consistent with the strategic priorities.
• Build and/or maintain the school’s short- and long-term strategic financial models.
• Maintain strong relationships with banks and lenders to ensure that funding is secured for the needs of the school and compliance with loan terms.
• Manage insurance programs including property, casualty, medical, and workers’ compensation.
• Ensure compliance with all local and state reporting requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with Advancement, Enrollment Management, and other revenue-generating departments.

Human Resources 

• Administer and manage all employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement, worker’s compensation, life insurance, and other related plans.
• Collaborate with and assist the Head of School in hiring and salary negotiations; provide information to the Head of School for salary comparisons, both internal and external. 
• Prepare employment agreements. 
• Maintain thorough and secure employee files. 

Operations & Facilities Management 

• Oversee the physical plant, grounds, and school’s bus.
• Review, negotiate, and approve vendor contracts.
• Manage all service contracts and providers.
• Manage daily functions and maintenance of the building, grounds, and vehicles, including developing capital requirements for the support and replacement of these elements.
• IT Management
• Manage service contracts and providers related to:
• Network
• Cyber Security
• Software 
• Oversee the maintenance and support of building, staff, and student devices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field. 
• CPA, MBA, or advanced degree/certification in a relevant field is a plus.
• 7-10  years in a financial/operational role with a not-for-profit, academic institution, and/or a small business.
• Strong financial acumen, skilled in general accounting, annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and planning.
• Understanding of data/information management, technology, networking, and the internet.
• Some facilities management understanding and awareness.
• Creativity and strategic thinking to help identify, pursue, and implement growth opportunities on behalf of the institution.
• Ability to collaborate thoughtfully, build trust with colleagues, and contribute to positive morale.
• Sophisticated communication skills, both oral and written, and the capacity to tailor messaging based on the needs and interests of the audience.
• The ability to disseminate financial and budgeting information with transparency and clarity.
• Personal traits appropriate for nurturing the growth of children - must be energetic, optimistic, flexible, patient, and have an engaging sense of humor.

Interested candidates should submit the following PDF’s to dskoglund@maplestreetschool.com:

• A current resume.
• A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
• A list of at least three professional references that can be contacted at the appropriate time.

About Maple Street School

The Maple Street School, a K-8 coeducational independent school with 155 students in Manchester Center, Vermont. Maple Street School is a joyful academic community that cultivates personal and social responsibility. We nurture intellectual and creative growth through an engaging curriculum. Our culture of respect inspires confident learners.

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