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Finance Officer
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Job closing on 11-Oct-2025
United States
$ 75,000-95,000 Per Annum
28-Sep-2025
Job Description
| Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Address Line 1 | Santa Clara, CA, USA |
| City | Santa Clara |
| Website | https://www.granadaschool.org/ |
| Closing Date | 11-Oct-2025 | Gender | Any |
| Qualification | Bachelor degree |
| Salary | $ 75,000-95,000 Per Annum |
| Language: | English |
| Eligible to work in: | United States |
| Pension Provision | no |
| Confidential | no |
Accomodation Details : | |
| Legal Check | no |
Jobs Details
Employer
Granada Islamic School Location: 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, California Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site Organization Type: K–12 Private Non-Profit School Reports to: Head of School and Board of Directors, Treasurer
Position Summary
- We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Finance Officer to provide strategic financial leadership for our K–12 private non-profit school in Santa Clara, California. The Finance Officer is responsible for budgeting, financial planning, compliance, donor and scholarship fund accounting, risk management, and transparent reporting to the Head of School and Board. This position plays a critical role in ensuring fiscal health, compliance with nonprofit regulations, and alignment of resources with GIS’s mission and priorities.
- We are offering a 20-hour on-site position, with the opportunity to transition to full-time after a six-month probationary period. This is an exempt position. You will be part of a mission-driven, student-centered environment and collaborate closely with a dedicated leadership team.
- Key Responsibilities
- Financial Leadership & Strategy Lead the development of the annual operating budget and multi-year forecasts.
- Monitor revenue and expenditures; provide monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the Head of School and the Board Finance Committee. Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and reconciliations to ensure financial stability. Conduct cost-benefit analyses for academic programs, staffing, and capital initiatives.
- Compliance & Governance Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and IRS/state regulations. Maintain strong internal controls, segregation of duties, and fraud-prevention practices. Oversee timely tax and regulatory filings (IRS Form 990, 1099s, state property/sales/use tax, etc.). Support annual audits, coordinate with external auditors, and implement recommendations.
- Donor & Scholarship Fund Management Track, deposit, and reconcile donations and grants in collaboration with the Marketing & Fundraising Associate. Manage restricted vs. unrestricted fund allocations to ensure donor intent compliance. Oversee and process all scholarship and financial aid funds, including the application of policies and the preparation of compliance reports.
- Risk Management & Insurance Oversee the school’s insurance coverage (property, liability, etc.). Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks; develop financial risk management policies. Provide annual updates and suggest changes as needed to the Board on risk exposure and insurance adequacy.
- Board Reporting & Collaboration Present budget vs. actuals, forecasts, and financial analyses to the Board Finance Committee. Provide annual reports on audit results, compliance status, and risk management. Collaborate with the HR & Accounts department to reconcile annual payroll, benefits, and compensation data with budgeted plans and to compile a report accordingly. Collaborate with the Head of School, Accounting team, and MCA Finance to ensure accuracy, transparency, and fiscal accountability.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3–5+ years of progressive experience in nonprofit, independent school, or education finance. Knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit fund accounting, and IRS/state compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and Board-level reports. Proficiency with QuickBooks and financial reporting systems; familiarity with donor CRM software. Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills. High attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Commitment to the mission and values of Granada Islamic School.
- Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration; CPA strongly preferred. Experience in an educational or independent school environment. Knowledge of risk management and insurance policies for nonprofit schools. Experience in donor stewardship, restricted/unrestricted fund accounting, and grant compliance. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.
Exprerience Details
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3–5+ years of progressive experience in nonprofit, independent school, or education finance. Knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit fund accounting, and IRS/state compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and Board-level reports. Proficiency with QuickBooks and financial reporting systems; familiarity with donor CRM software. Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills. High attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Commitment to the mission and values of Granada Islamic School.
- Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration; CPA strongly preferred. Experience in an educational or independent school environment. Knowledge of risk management and insurance policies for nonprofit schools. Experience in donor stewardship, restricted/unrestricted fund accounting, and grant compliance. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.