The Opportunity: Part Time Director of Finance (.6 FTE) 

As a young school, we continue to build out our leadership team in support of our growth.  Reporting to our Head of School, the Director of Finance serves as the Head of School’s strategic business and thought partner, providing fiscal and operational analysis and support.  They serve as a member of the school’s leadership team and work collaboratively with the leadership team and Board of Trustees to ensure that the school’s financial functions support Tremont’s mission, core values, and strategic direction.

The person in this role will be responsible for managing all financial and human resources aspects of the school. Duties include financial management, accounting, payroll, human resources, insurance and risk management, and in collaboration with the Director of Enrollment and Operations, tuition assistance and other key business operations of the school. 

Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and in Tremont, your resume, and three references to the Head of School, Krista Green Demas, at krista@tremontschool.org.

Who you are: 

You’re a mission-driven leader who thrives in a school setting and believes in the power of education to transform lives. You bring financial expertise, strategic thinking, and a collaborative spirit. You’re highly organized, adaptable, and possess strong judgment, integrity, and communication skills. You enjoy creative problem-solving, continuous learning, and building relationships across the school community. 

Our Work Environment:

• Tight-Knit & Collaborative: Our small admin team works closely together, supporting each other and wearing many hats. 
• Mission-Focused & Supportive: We’re united by our commitment to students and to each other. We are all present in the daily life of the school. 
• Year-Round: This is a part-time, 12-month position.

What you’ll do

Finance & Strategy:

• Ensure the School’s business and fiscal goals align with its educational objectives and mission of the School.
• In collaboration and consultation with the Head of School, steward and lead all aspects of the school’s financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, payroll, tuition, and financial aid.
• Create financial models to inform strategic planning.
• Manage audits, compliance, and reporting (e.g., Form 990, board reports).
• Partner with enrollment and development to ensure accurate contracts, reconciliations, and record keeping.
• Oversee risk management, insurance, and external contracts.

Accounting:

• Execute all accounting transactions in Quickbooks Online (QBO).  
• Accounts payable and vendor management using Bill.com
• Tuition billing and reconciliation using Blackbaud Tuition Management module
• Reconcile the bank accounts, CC, and cash transactions each week
• Ensure proper GL coding of all transaction and accounting treatment for deferred revenue, restricted gifts, and other special treatment transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports (PL, BS, CF) with 10-days on month end close
• Act as primary point of contact for the annual audit
• Prepare monthly Finance Committee reports
• Prepare Board of Trustee presentations - tuition setting, annual budget, finance education

Operations:

• Facilitate all HR processes, policies, benefits, payroll, and systems improvement.
• In collaboration with Data Systems Coordinator and Director of Enrollment and Operations, manage office operations, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Support technology and facilities management in collaboration with respective staff and partners.
• Supervise and evaluate risk management, including insurance and financial risk mitigation

Leadership & Community:

• Serve on the board finance committee and participate in board and school events.
• Take part in day-to-day school operations (e.g., drop-off, lunch duty, etc).
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the Head of School, Leadership team and school mission.

Experience/Education you bring:

• Bachelor’s in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; Master’s highly desired
• 5 to 7 years of related experience in financial management, budget preparation, and operations preferred; 2-3 years of leadership and supervisory experience in finance, business, and operations highly desired
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with multiple constituencies: boards of directors or trustees, students and families, faculty/staff, and external constituents.
• Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, especially those that focus on independent schools and non-profit organizations.  
• A Quickbooks expert.  Able to post transactions.  Set GL accounts.  Create financial reports.  Integrate data from 3rd party systems (Bills.com) and Blackbaud.
• Experience working with external auditors, implementing internal controls, and managing compliance-related issues.
• Strong background in school technology products, including Blackbaud (TMS, EMS, RENXT, Core) as well as the Google Suite of office products.
• The Head of School will consider applicants with other experience that she determines is equivalent to the experience listed above.

Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and in Tremont, your resume, and three references to the Head of School, Krista Green Demas, at krista@tremontschool.org.

Tremont School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, physical disability, including, but not limited to, blindness, status as a veteran, or any other classification protected by state or federal law in its employment, admissions practices, or access to programs or activities, in accordance with Title IX, Section 504 if the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII, the American Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and other applicable federal and state law. Retaliation against anyone complaining of discrimination is strictly prohibited. If an applicant requires assistance, or a reasonable accommodation, to apply, please contact Tremont School at (781) 325-4805.

Research shows that underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications.Tremont School believes that no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications and we look forward to your application. 

To apply, please send your cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission) to Krista Green Demas, Head of School at krista@tremontschool.org. 

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