Director of Finance and Operations

Details Posted: 05-Jun-26 Location: Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan Type: Full Time Salary: $110,000-$150,000 Categories Business Management Salary Details Exempt position / 12-month work year Required Education 4 Year Degree In This Role Looking for your next opportunity to lead in a collaborative environment contributing to a community that nurtures, challenges, and inspires its students? The Grosse Pointe Academy is seeking a Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) who is an experienced leader and strategic thinker who excels at facilitating collaboration and communicating clearly with stakeholders at all levels. The DFO will assume a strategic role in the overall management of the operations of the school and has the primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial and business activities of the school as well as leading the school’s daily operations. The position reports to the Head of School, is a member of the Administrative team and supervises the Assistant Business Manager, Director of Facilities, Director of Operations, Director of Technology, Enrichment Coordinator, and the food service vendor. What We Need Financial Planning Responsible for short and long term strategic financial planning and reporting including updates to the financial models to support the annual budgeting and strategic planning work of the Board of TrusteesPrepares and reviews financial and budget statements, investment and capital project reports; makes regular presentations to the Head of School, Board of Trustees and committeesEnsures that all expenditures are consistent with the approved budgetWorking with the Director of Facilities and Director of Operations to coordinate planning and financing major capital improvement or investment projectsOversees the investment of the endowment funds according to approved investment policies Accounting Responsible for establishing appropriate procedures and controls for all financial systems, in accordance with current standardsManages Business Office activities involving payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bankingManages the annual year-end financial audit by preparing work papers, schedules, and documentation Human Resources Establishes appropriate employee benefit programs, implements changes as needed to enhance benefits and/or reduce costs, and supervises the administration of all benefit programsEnsures that the school’s personnel policies support its programs and that the school’s actions regarding hiring, compensation, training, promotion and separation conform to state and federal requirementsProvides appropriate information to Head of School for salary comparisons, both internal and external, including preparing employment contractsMaintains and ensures security for the employee files Student Enrollment Manage all aspects of the accounts receivable processManages financial aid from inquiry and application procedures and works with parents throughout the processIn collaboration with the Financial Aid Committee, analyze, review, and approve individual financial aid awardsResponsible for oversight and collection of aged accounts receivable Physical Plant and Grounds, Insurance and Risk Management Works with the Director of Facilities, Director of Operations, and Director of Technology, to coordinate plans for the preservation, safety, and renewal of the physical plant, network infrastructure, and school groundsWorks with insurance advisors and brokers to provide appropriate and cost-effective liability, property, and workers compensation insurance coverageServes as liaison with the school attorneyAdvises the Head of School of any situation which might have adverse legal consequences for the school Auxiliary Services Review, negotiate and approve vendor contractsServe as the primary liaison with all banks and financial institutionsCompiles and files all reports and applications necessary to maintain tax exempt, non-profit statusManages transportation contracts Salary Details $110,000 - $150,000 salary based on relevant prior work experience WHY WORK FOR THE GROSSE POINTE ACADEMY? Health Benefits Aside from working with talented colleagues on important initiatives, when you join The Grosse Pointe Academy, you will also get these great benefits: Cost sharing between employee and employer for PPO/HMO medical plans, dental, and vision. Employer paid life insurance up to $50K, and short/ long-term disability. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GPA provides various professional learning opportunities to advance your skill sets. PAID LEAVE GPA offers vacation and paid time off, as well as holidays, so you can have a healthy work-life balance. TUITION REMISSION GPA employees receive remission of the tuition for children of employees who are accepted and enrolled at The Grosse Pointe Academy. RETIREMENT PLAN GPA offers a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employer match after one year of employment. FREE LUNCH GPA provides lunch on campus at no charge with our food service vendor. Other Perks GPA offers a monthly phone stipend, voluntary life insurance, a flexible spending account, and complimentary before and after care services for children of employees. Who We Are The Grosse Pointe Academy is an independent day school serving students ages 2.5 through Grade 8 whose mission is to nurture, challenge, and inspire the intellectual, creative, and personal potential in each and every child. The Academy curriculum prepares confident lifelong learners in a joyful and challenging learning environment, encouraging intellectual curiosity, empathy, leadership, independence, global citizenship, active listening, critical thinking and effective communication. Located in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, The Grosse Pointe Academy is situated on a historic 20-acre campus with centuries-old architecture overlooking Lake St. Clair. For more information, visit www.gpacademy.org How To Apply The Grosse Pointe Academy in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for a Director of Finance and Operations to start July 1, 2026. Interested candidates should review the Opportunity Statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Zack Lehman, President at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com, and Victoria Jones, Recruiter, at jill@dovetailedsourcing.com. What You Need Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or comparable discipline. CPA designation a plusMinimum of five years of related experience including supervisory responsibilities, preferably with a not-for-profit. Experience in independent school setting a plusAccounting, specifically experience in Not-for-Profit Accounting (GAAP)In-depth knowledge of accounting software (Blackbaud a plus)Strong technical proficiency with Excel/Google SuiteFinancial analysisContract negotiationVerbal and written communication skillsKnowledge of independent school operations preferredStrong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to and work closely with diverse school constituencies while maintaining strict confidentialitySuccessful completion of a criminal records background check Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About The Grosse Pointe Academy The Grosse Pointe Academy’s curriculum and learning environment nurtures, challenges, and inspires our students. To learn more about The Academy Cornerstones, visit https://www.gpacademy.org/about-us/cornerstones Connections working at The Grosse Pointe Academy More Jobs from This Employer https://careers.nais.org/jobs/22329467/director-of-finance-and-operations