Chief Financial Officer

American Academy Lincoln Meadows Campus

Contract type
Full-Time
Closing date
Apr 30, 2025 12:00 AM
Location
American Academy
Salary
$£ annually

American Academy (AA) has an immediate opening for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This position is a full-time, leadership position responsible for financial strategic planning & development, staff management, and management of internal and external business relationships. The CFO will work closely with the Executive Director of Schools to ensure the long-term financial health of American Academy. The position requires substantial organizational and time management skills with a high level of autonomy. The CFO reports to the Executive Director of Schools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Adhere to the mission and philosophy of American Academy with enthusiasm, commitment, and integrity

Develop short and long term financial plans to ensure financial stability

Develop and maintain a balanced budget and active measure progress

Collaborate and work closely with Executive Director of Schools, Department Heads and Board of Directors in preparation of budgets, projects, and other financial issues

Work as a positive member of the AA Executive Leadership team

Oversee system setup, usage, and maintenance for enterprise system, accounting system, and all other operations systems

Develop and maintain well-defined business controls and recommend policy changes

Ensure complete, accurate, and timely record keeping

Comply with all state, district, and school reporting requirements and mandates

Manage banking, accounts payable and accounts receivable for AA

Manage Business Services and Payroll departments

REQUIREMENTS

Advanced knowledge and skill in application of governmental accounting standards and practices.

Knowledge of integrated financial management software systems.

Advanced working knowledge of school finance, funding and Colorado legal requirements.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Advanced oral and written communication and excellent interpersonal skills.

Experience in supervising people and programs, developing public school budgets and experience in public school accounting desired.

Leadership skills that support program objectives.

Experience with governmental accounting.

Knowledge of best practices in accounting.