Finance Manager

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy•, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Aug Prep is more than a school, it's a community where excellence, faith, and holistic education come together. We’re not only about high standards but also creating a place where people love to grow, learn, and inspire! We currently serve over 2,400 K4-12 students in our ninth year at our South Campus. We are thrilled to launch our North Campus in the 26-27 school year, initially serving about 300 students in grades K4-6 and 9. As the Finance Manager, you will provide day-to-day leadership of the Finance Department while partnering closely with the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the financial health of the organization. This position plays a key role in supporting both the South and North Campuses by maintaining strong financial processes, producing accurate financial reporting, and helping the organization make informed financial decisions as it continues to grow.

Requirements

A belief in the ability of every child and a commitment to ensure excellence for each student.
Bachelor's degree required. A degree in Accounting is strongly preferred; degrees in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field will also be considered.
Active participation in a Christian church.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Advanced knowledge of accrual-based accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
3-5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities preferred.
Experience with nonprofit, educational, or multi-entity accounting is preferred.
Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks experience preferred) and the ability to quickly learn new financial systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and financial reporting.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Sheets.
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive financial information.
Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across departments.
Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to developing team members and strengthening financial processes.
Team player committed to the St. Augustine Preparatory Academy mission and model.
The candidate must demonstrate and possess the highest integrity and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Preparatory Academy.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the Finance team, providing coaching, direction, and oversight of daily operations.
Prepare and review accounting journal entries related to payroll, cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other general ledger activities.
Coordinate and assist with the monthly close process, including account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Oversee purchasing activities by reviewing and approving purchase requests, purchase orders, vendor quotes, and related transactions.
Manage the accounts payable process by reviewing invoices and ensuring timely and accurate bill payments.
Monitor departmental budgets, analyze budget-to-actual performance, and serve as a financial resource for budget managers across the organization.
Assist the Chief Financial Officer in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analyses.
Serve as the primary point of contact for complex finance-related questions from internal stakeholders and external partners.
Coordinate financial compliance activities, including audits, IRS Form 990 preparation, grant reporting, food service compliance, and other federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, workflows, internal controls, and operational efficiencies.
Support additional finance and organizational initiatives as assigned.
Communicate proactively and professionally with colleagues across departments, providing exceptional customer service and timely financial guidance.
Work collaboratively with school leaders and departments to support sound financial decision-making and organizational goals.
Continuously seek professional growth through department meetings, training, professional development, and industry best practices.
Serve with a flexible, team-first mindset, recognizing that no task is too small when serving our students, families, and staff.