Director, Finance & Compliance

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WHO WE ARE

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools (National Alliance) is the leading national nonprofit organization committed to advancing the public charter school movement. When given the option, parents increasingly are choosing to enroll their children in public charter schools. In most communities, the demand for charter schools is far outpacing the supply. Today, there are nearly 8,000 charter schools in 42 states and Washington, D.C., educating close to 4 million students.

The work of the National Alliance and the charter school movement itself has never been more current, visible, and vital. With increased growth, public awareness, recognition, and parents’ increased appetite for school options, charter schools are poised to make a lasting, positive, and measurable impact on the public education system. At the same time, the work to increase the number of high-quality schools is not easy; there are well-resourced opponents of charter schools that are organized better than ever before in their attempt to halt our progress. Fueled by a sense of possibility and recognizing the challenges we face, the National Alliance is seeking a talented Director of Finance and Compliance to help advance our mission through sound financial stewardship and rigorous regulatory compliance.

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As the Director of Finance and Compliance, you will lead the financial operations and compliance for the National Alliance and related entities. You will ensure the organization’s financial health, regulatory compliance, and accountability across multiple nonprofit entities, including 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and political action committees. More specifically you will:

  • Manage financial operations across multiple nonprofit entities (501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), PACs)
  • Oversee all accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audits
  • Develop and implement internal controls, financial policies, risk management strategies, and operational policies to support strong accounting
  • Manage appropriate recordkeeping and reporting for foundation and government grant budgeting, compliance, and reporting
  • Collaborate with external auditors, legal counsel, and accounting firms
  • Provide financial insights and reports to the executive team and board of directors
  • Supervise external finance and accounting vendors
  • Lead compliance efforts for federal and state activities, including IRS, FEC, and state campaign finance laws
  • Manage state and federal compliance for company employee and business taxes in concert with payroll and HR providers

 

WHO YOU ARE

You are a mission-driven finance leader with deep expertise in nonprofit accounting and compliance. You thrive in complex regulatory environments and bring a proactive, detail-oriented approach to financial management.

  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Expertise in nonprofit financial management, including 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PACs
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state compliance and reporting requirements
  • Experience working with or in an accounting firm (preferred)
  • Proven ability to manage audits, budgets, and financial reporting processes
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • A commitment to the mission of choice in public education

 

WHAT WE OFFER

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools offers a sector-leading salary and benefits package. The National Alliance covers 100% of an employee’s medical, dental, and vision premiums, and 50% for spouses and dependents, including an HRA to cover 100% of in-network medical deductibles. We also offer the ability to contribute to a 403(b) retirement account with up to a 6% match after 90 days of employment. Employees have access to automatic life insurance coverage, short- and long-term disability coverage, FSA, and 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. All employees receive 25 PTO days a year, as well as every federal holiday off and a week off at the end of the year. The National Alliance is a virtual organization and provides a monthly reimbursement for internet and cellular service, as well as a $500 home office setup stipend in your first 90 days.

The National Alliance is committed to providing an equitable and competitive compensation package for all employees. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $85,000–$110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

HOW TO APPLY

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