Director Of Finance - Vandebilt Catholic High School

About Vandebilt Catholic High School

Founded in 1870 and rooted in the traditions of the Catholic Church and the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, Vandebilt Catholic High School serves students in grades 8–12 throughout the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux.Vandebilt Catholic is committed to providing a holistic education that is rooted in religious values, structured through friendly discipline, nurtured by personal attention, and dedicated to academic excellence. The school is recognized for its strong academic programs, vibrant student life, competitive athletics, and commitment to developing young men and women of faith and character.

About the Position

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and variance reports that are appropriate for the specific users  (including the President, Directors, Finance Committee, Board, club advisors and ad hoc committees) and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). 

• Coordinate, analyze, and report the school’s financial performance to the President and Board; including projections, forecasts and other special projects as required. 

• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting and administrative policies and procedures for financial accounting and reporting, employee relations (hiring/terminating policies) and other corporate policies. 

• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including Charitable Status, Withholding Payments, 990 Tax Filing, Sales & Use tax filings and 5500 Retirement Filings. 

• Prepare all supporting information for annual audit/review. 

• Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions. 

• Manage the acquisition of capital assets and ensure that assets are properly recorded, amortized, and disposed of as appropriate.

Bookkeeping Functions

• Reconcile all bank and investment accounts, including merchant accounts. 

• Manage and reconcile school and employee credit card accounts each month.

• Perform monthly accounting related to annual fund and capital campaign donor management and report information to the Director of Advancement; this includes transfer of stock and company matching programs.

• Record all bank deposits in accounting software.

•  Record and cut checks to vendors, employees for reimbursement, and athletic officials weekly (or as needed).

• Perform all bookkeeping functions, including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.

• Prepare & collect money cash boxes for all games, concessions, club activities, student senate, and community events and fundraisers.

• Perform periodic reconciliations of all receivables and liabilities and disperse appropriate information to necessary individuals.

Payroll and Benefits Administration

• Perform all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner – includes employees, coaches substitutes and special pay for club oversight, admissions testing, etc.

• Coordinate and manage the employee insurance and benefits plans.

• Process and submit statutory and benefits remittances on time – including retirement withholdings, health insurance, dental, vision, short/long term disability, and life insurance.

• Handle all new employee & employee termination payroll and benefit administration.

• Coordinate all workers compensation insurance and claims with the Diocesan Office of Human Resources and Payroll.

• Coordinate all short term/long term disability insurance and claims, including maternity leave with the Diocesan Office of Human Resources and Payroll.

• Coordinate wellness, Open Enrollment, and flu shot meetings with the Diocesan Office of Human Resources.

Project Management Accounting

• Maintain guidelines for budget and forecast preparation and prepare the annual budget in consultation with the President and finance committee, and present to the Board.
• Assist Directors with the preparation of budgets for comprehensive fees and special projects.
• Serve on Tuition Assistance committee.
• Prepare annual employee contracts, including presentation of salary, raises and employee benefits (including bonuses and other special considerations throughout the year).

Qualifications

• Strong belief in Catholic education and supports the mission of the school

• Knowledge of (or passion for learning) the Charism of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• Well-organized, proficient in administrative duties

Why Join Vandebilt Catholic?

• Become part of a faith-filled school community with a rich Catholic tradition.

• Help shape the future of one of the premier Catholic high schools in South Louisiana.

• Work alongside dedicated faculty, staff, alumni, and community supporters.

• Play a vital role in advancing enrollment growth and student success.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement:  Vandebilt Catholic High School and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. The Diocese reserves the right to require candidates to be practicing Catholics in good standing where appropriate.