Head of Finance

Robert Half • Metairie, LA • 1d ago

Description

Key Responsibilities:

Financial & Risk Management

Responsible for oversite of all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

Develop and implement financial policies, standard operating procedures locally that align with school processes to ensure controls are in place and accuracy and compliance with regulatory and company requirements.

Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for the Regional Team and other key stakeholders.

Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect the school's assets and earnings.

Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and financial reporting standards.

Coordinate with Regional Finance Team during internal and external audit periods.

Financial Planning & Budgeting

Supporting the development and implementation of best financial practices.

Completing the financial forecasting.

Achieving financial targets and objectives.

Leading the annual budgeting process through collaboration with the school.

Manage the end-to-end monthly closing processes.

Monitor budget performance in partnership with the ISP Regional team, identify variances and recommend corrective actions.

Cash Flow, Purchasing & Capex

Ensure that local cash management is optimized.

Record and report local bank balances regularly.

Record capital expenditure for all major projects and assess the impact of significant cash outflows on cash forecasts.

Prepare & report cash flows accurately & timely, and that surplus cash is repatriated to the Parent company.

Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll review.

Oversee, review and setup processes for purchases.

Tuition and Fee Management

Oversee the billing and collections of tuition fees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.

Provide oversight to the teams that communicate with parents to ensure tuition policies and financial obligations are met.

For confidential consideration, please contact Mary Wood at 504-383-0743. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to pivot and reprioritize.

Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.

Highly detailed-oriented, known for accuracy and high-quality work.

Ability to work in a matrix environment and have a proven track record in the ability to meet hard deadlines.

Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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