Director of Client Finance

Charter Impact • Boise, ID

1d • $120,000 - $150,000 • Remote

About The Position

About the Company: Charter Impact empowers mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals through personalized support in finance, operations, and business management. We accomplish this through enthusiastic collaboration within our team and with our clients to support their communities. We are a remote first company growing on a national scale and are continuously seeking qualified candidates to join us. Ideal candidates will be highly motivated professionals who are committed to supporting the team in an environment of growth and change. Role Summary: The Director of Client Finance (DOCF) is responsible for overseeing Charter Impact’s service delivery, as well as acting as an outsourced CFO on behalf of our clients. The DOCF oversees all finance, accounting and compliance reporting for assigned clients by working collaboratively with the Charter Impact Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll and Retirement Services Teams and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial information. This Director position is highly visible to Charter Impact clients and must deliver excellence in professional expertise and customer-service in a proactive and positive manner. This position is remote to candidates based in AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA ID, IL, MI, NV, OR, SD, TX, UT and/or WA. This position requires up to 25% travel

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 7 years of experience, a portion of which includes oversight and development of staff is required.
• Ability to maintain, encourage, and participate in a close and highly collaborative team environment with clients and Charter Impact staff.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Self-starter – able to prioritize and multi-task without daily direct supervision.
• Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Knowledge of Sage Intacct or other similar Non-Profit Accounting systems.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Finance or Accounting is highly desired.
• Experience in a professional service firm, such as a CPA firm, is a plus.
• Experience in charter school finance and operations is a plus.
• Non-profit accounting experience is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant is highly desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and accounting services and provide direction to Charter Impact Teams in the following areas: financial statement preparation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense tracking by grant, grant reporting – for both governmental and private grants, and ad hoc reporting as requested
• Review all financial statements as prepared by Accounting Teams to ensure compliance with GAAP
• Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts for clients while providing valuable insight as to their financial condition
• Oversee the annual financial and governmental A-133 audits including: work paper preparation, liaison with auditors and understanding of the governmental programs
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all compliance reporting
• Serve as a fiscal liaison to Authorizers, Counties, State and Federal Agencies
• Provide training to client staff to ensure internal controls are properly implemented and followed
• Work with organizational leaders and other executives to ensure financial information is properly communicated
• Exceed clients’ expectations both in terms of quality and accuracy of information at all times
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with client leadership and staff
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the charter school industry and related funding through regular professional development in areas of responsibility
• Mentor staff to ensure continued professional growth within Charter Impact Teams

Benefits

• As a remote-first organization, we embrace flexibility and collaboration across teams. To support your success, we provide a company-issued laptop along with essential accessories, including a mouse, keyboard, and monitor, to help you create a productive remote workspace.
• Opportunities to connect: Engage in frequent virtual and in-person team-building events.
• Incredible colleagues: Work alongside a passionate team making a real impact.
• Competitive compensation & benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match—and much more!
• Generous paid time off: Receive 11 paid company holidays and a winter break from Christmas Day through New Year's Day.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Earn a bonus for successful referrals.
• $120,000 - $150,000 a year This position has a base salary of $120,000 - $150,000 annual, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance, business needs and business results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees