Director of Finance

Acelero Learning is a pioneering provider of early childhood education and family engagement services through our three business units, all focused on closing the achievement gap for thousands of Head Start children and families across the country. With over $50 million in revenue and unparalleled child outcome data, we are both one of the largest and one of the most innovative companies in our space.

Acelero Learning has two divisions:
Acelero Learning is a direct provider Head Start services in four states (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Nevada and Wisconsin).

Shine Early Learning partners with local organizations to support the delivery of high quality services through Shine Assist and Shine Implement programs.

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative leader to join us as the Director of Finance . The Director of Finance will work closely with the Executive Director and Support Center Finance team to maintain the organizational Finance system in accordance with Federal and State regulations. This position will effectively track all funds received by the agency and process all accounts payable and receivable. The Director of Finance will also ensure fiscal integrity and compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and OMB circulars through the implementation of sound internal controls and adherence with fiscal policies and procedures.

The Director of Finance will be responsible for the following:

Ensure that all reports and records are maintained accurately and promptly.

Maintain proper documentation of all expenditures for reimbursements, petty cash, and purchase orders (e.g. receipts).

Maintain fiscal documentation files for all required monthly and quarterly financial reports.

Provide fiscal data to Finance team to prepare monthly financial statements.

Compile documentation for all audits. Forward accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records to Finance team for processing and track processing.

Assist in preparation of agency budgets prior to submission of individual program grant applications.

Maintain documentation of all insurance (e.g. liability).

Review and understand all grant requirements (e.g. Dept. of Education, Dept. of Human Services, Head Start, etc.).

Ensure that all procurement and accounting transactions are done properly and in accordance with Federal and State regulations.

Review all purchase requisitions, purchase orders and reimbursements from employees to ensure that they are completed accurately.

Process check requests with the Finance team and track completion of all requests to ensure that all invoices and employee requests are completed accurately and timely.

Manage petty cash system by distributing petty cash to employees as needed and ensuring sufficient funds for all requests in accordance with fiscal policies and procedures.

Ensure that all extended day funds are collected and submitted to Finance team in a timely manner.

Review all Extended Day documentation to verify accuracy and work with Site Coordinators to address discrepancies.

Maintain systems to ensure payments for Extended Day vouchers.

Oversee the fiscal integrity of the Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP) and ensure program compliance.

Monthly reconciliation of Corporate Credit Card Statement.

Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, fiscal management, or a related field required; CPA preferred

5 years of experience in a similar position

Produce GAAP basis financials via financial software

Experience with MIP or similar software and report generation preferred

Microsoft proficient with an excellence in excel

Ability to work with diverse groups of people

Commitment to Acelero Learning’s mission and values

Head Start experience preferred

The mission of Acelero Learning is to bring a relentless focus on positive family and child outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for children, families, and communities served by the Head Start program.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.