Here is an opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of children and to have professional satisfaction.  Tucker Maxon has an amazing team of people whose talents and skills support a vibrant preschool and elementary school filled with active children.  The Finance Director reports to our Executive Director and is a part of the Senior Leadership Team.  This is a full time, exempt position working in person at our school. The Finance Director has a part time assistant, and provides services for a staff of 35, and manages  a $2.4 M budget.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree. CPA preferred, but not required
  • Minimum 5 years experience as a finance director for a non-profit organization or small business with a proven record of success
  • High level of computer literacy including experience in QuickBooks online and  Microsoft Office. Experience with Donor Perfect and FACTS school information system preferred.
  • Experience with nonprofit audits and preparation of 990s is required.
  • Experience in Employee Benefits administration
  • Strong communication skills, ability to communicate numbers and finance requirements to non-finance experts
  • Self-motivated, demonstrated skill in professional interactions, proactive approach to planning for peak times and requirements, ability to maintain confidentiality when needed
  • Enjoy working with and contributing to a larger, multidisciplinary team
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Manage all aspects of accounting, reconciliation and financial management under the oversight of the Executive Director and the Finance Committee of the Board.
  • Manage all AP, AR, P&L and Balance sheet entries
  • Accountable for monthly financial reporting to the Executive Director  and Board Finance committee
  • Accountable for monthly staff payroll using Paychex service
  • Conduct Open Enrollment benefits process for employees
  • Oversee annual budgeting process
  • Oversee audit and 990 process with CPA.
  • Manage student financial aid application process
  • Assist in processes for Preschool For All families
  • Responsible for the school’s adherence to Tuition Payment policies.
  • Works in collaboration with Development team on program budgets for grant proposals
  • Oversees annual tuition comparison survey for private preschool and elementary schools
Salary:  $85,000-$90,000/year DOE/CPA plus generous health and retirement benefits. Apply no later than 11/26/25.  Interviews of qualified candidates will begin immediately.  Please send resume with a cover letter and references to hr@tuckermaxon.org with the subject line “Finance Director.”
Tucker Maxon School is located at 2860 SE Holgate Blvd. , Portland, OR 97202
The school is an equal opportunity employer.
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