Director of Finance
Director of Finance
School: Mill Springs Academy
Available Position: Administrator
Description:
📢 Job Opportunity: Director of Finance
📍 Location: Alpharetta, GA
🏫 School: Mill Springs Academy
🕒 Full-Time | Senior Leadership Role
Are you a strategic, mission-driven finance leader looking to make a lasting impact in education? Mill Springs Academy, a college and career readiness school serving non-traditional learners, is seeking a Director of Finance to join our senior leadership team.
💼 About the Role
As Director of Finance, you will play a critical leadership role by providing financial strategy, operational oversight, and visionary support to the Head of School and Board of Trustees. This is a highly visible role that manages budgeting, accounting, investments, compliance, risk management, and more.
🌟 Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial counsel to the Head of School and Board of Trustees.
Lead all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, reporting, cash flow, and investments.
Supervise business office staff and manage vendor, banking, and audit relationships.
Guide risk management, legal compliance, and insurance strategies.
Partner with Human Resources on compensation and benefits planning.
Collaborate with admissions on tuition assistance planning.
Play an active role in strategic and campus master planning, facilities oversight, and new construction projects.
Submit surveys and financial data to organizations like NAIS, SAIS, and NBOA.
🎓 Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in finance, accounting, or business strongly preferred. CPA a plus.
Experience: 10+ years in financial leadership roles, preferably in nonprofit or independent school settings.
🤝 What We’re Looking For
A collaborative and decisive servant leader
Expertise in nonprofit accounting and risk management
High emotional intelligence with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and integrity
Passionate about our mission and committed to empowering non-traditional learners
🧰 Key Skills
Microsoft Office & Google Suite proficiency
Excellent judgment, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality
Ready to help shape the future of an exceptional school?
Apply now to join a passionate team working to support and empower every learner.
📧 To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to: caminorscott@millsprings.org
🌐 Learn more about us: www.millsprings.org
Contact name: Candace Minor-Scott
Contact email address: caminorscott@millsprings.org