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Job Title:    Director of Finance 
Department:    Leadership Team
Reports to:    Head of School
FLSA Status:     Part-time, non-exempt
Updated:    December 2025

Summary:    
Within the context of the tradition and charism of the Sisters of Mercy, supportive of the Mission and Values of Mercy High School and Catholic Church teachings and doctrine, the Director of Finance reports to the Head of School and is responsible for the overall financial health of the school by overseeing and implementing the financial functions and needs of the school.

The Director of Finance of School is a member of the Leadership Team and works directly and collaboratively with members of this team. The Director of Finance supervises the Senior Accountant and oversees the Finance Committee, Investment Committee, and Financial Assistance Committee. 

Qualifications:

The Director of Finance must possess the ability to perform as part of a team and have excellent interpersonal skills; have excellent mathematical and written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of audiences; needs strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines; meet challenges with a sense of humor and a “can do it” attitude.

The ideal candidate should have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required, CPA or MBA a plus
• Significant senior financial management experience, ideally in a school, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, investment management, and GAAP accounting.
• Experience with tuition management, tuition assistance programs, and nonprofit fundraising financial practices preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and manage staff.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to the School’s mission and values.
• Eagerness to engage in the life of a high school campus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Financial Leadership & Strategy
  • Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the school’s mission, goals, and long-term plans.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the Head of School, Board of Directors,  and Leadership Team, in preparing and presenting financial reports, forecasts, and analysis.
  • Lead annual budgeting and multi-year financial planning processes, inclusive of CapEx budget and cash flow analyses
  • Manage and steward the School’s endowment, including investment oversight, compliance with spending policies, and regular reporting to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors.
• Accounting & Financial Management
  • Oversee all aspects of accounting, payroll, tuition billing, accounts receivable/payable, and financial reporting inclusive of reconciling  student tuition from FACTS to the general ledger, maintaining  general ledger, overseeing transfers, etc.
  • Maintain fixed asset subledger and post depreciation
  • Post credit card deposits to general ledger.
  • Facilitate purchasing for school needs including administration of credit card program
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
  • Manage the annual audit process and maintain strong internal controls.
• Tuition, Enrollment, and Development Support
  • Partner with Admissions and Advancement to align tuition pricing, tuition assistance, and fundraising efforts with the School’s revenue goals.
  • Oversee the administration of the financial assistance program in partnership with the Tuition Assistance Committee.
• Operations & Risk Management
  • Supervise business office staff, vendor contract, and ERate management.
  • Manage the School’s insurance programs and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Manage employee health, 403(b), and other benefit programs to ensure they are competitive, sustainable, and aligned with the School’s mission and resources.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
  • Oversee risk management, insurance, and safety issues
• Human Resource Management
  • Support Human Resource needs in collaboration with outside payroll and HR services
  • Ensure compliance with applicable CA Labor laws
  • Verify completion of employee hiring and separation paperwork including final check
  • Generate employment contracts for all employees
  • Support Human Resource needs that arise in partnership with Head of School
• Board & Committee Engagement
  • Provide clear, accurate, and timely information to the Finance, Audit, and Investment Committees of the Board of Trustees.
  • Support the Head of School in fostering a strong, transparent relationship with the Board regarding financial matters.

Upcoming Opportunities for the New Director of Finance

• Convert School’s vision in the Strategic Plan into realities supported by effective financial planning.
• Supporting Mercy’s building project with new facilities opening Fall 2025
• Campus development supported by effective long-term and financial planning
• Support teacher retention and a strong workplace through continued success of Mercy’s compensation opportunities, data-informed approaches, and new initiatives.

Competencies

• Analytical – can synthesize complex or diverse information, and collect and research data; designs and presents work flows and procedures
• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Multi-tasking – Ability to be organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to oversee and perform a number of projects and meet multiple deadlines.
• Problem solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Project Management – Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

Computer Skills

• Must have advanced Excel knowledge, as well as be proficient in MS Office and Google Suites
• High level of knowledge of accounting software, familiarity with Quickbooks helpful

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop or kneel. The employee may be asked occasionally to travel from the Russell Hall to the main school building which is uphill going; downhill returning. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions while walking from the main building to Russell Hall located down the hill. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Salary Salary is commensurate with experience of the applicant. (Range up to 30 hours/ week $100,000-115,000)

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
All school staff of Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard
to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin and will consider for employment, qualified applicants with
criminal histories. (Administrative Handbook #4111.4)

Send resume and cover letter to:
Lynn Beal, Executive Assistant to the Head of School, at lbeal@mercyhsb.com. Please include subject line “Director of Finance” 

We are excited to invite passionate and dedicated educators to apply for the role of Lead Teacher for our Summer Bear Camp, a dynamic and enriching program designed for incoming 3rd and 4th-grade boys and girls.
Summer Bear Camp offers students a hands-on learning experience that blends musical theatre, visual art, and American Sign Language, all taught by specialist instructors. The Lead Teacher plays a key role in fostering a supportive, organized, and engaging environment focusing on reading and math skills, where students can explore creativity, collaboration, and confidence. The Lead Teacher is responsible for developing a daily schedule and leading the math and English instruction and supporting the transitions to the speciality teachers. 

Dates & Schedule
Monday, June 15 – Thursday, July 2 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Qualifications
* Valid teaching credential
* Experience teaching at the elementary level
* Strong classroom leadership and a love of working with children

If you are an enthusiastic educator looking to be part of a vibrant summer program, we would love to hear from you.

If you have questions or would like to apply, please contact:
Angie Simonetti, Director of Summer School, asimonetti@mercyhsb.com. Please include subject line “Summer Lead Teacher” 

Salary: $40/hour
 
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
All school staff of Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin and will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories. (Administrative Handbook #4111.4)

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Mercy High School, Burlingame 
Track and Field Position Description 
Job Title:  Track and Field Coach 
Department: Student Life 
Reports To: Athletic Director 
FLSA Status: Exempt/Hourly Employee 
Prepared By: Kelly Hickey 
Preparation Date: December 11, 2025

Summary: 
Within the context of the tradition and charism of the Sisters of Mercy, supportive of the Mission and Values of Mercy High School and Catholic Church teachings and doctrine, the Coach is responsible for supporting the Track and Field  program throughout the season. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: 
To perform the job successfully, the individual must possess the ability to perform as part of team and have excellent interpersonal skills; have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of audiences; have strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines. 

In addition, the Head Track and Field Coach must be able to meet the following expectations: 

• Attends all Track and Field  program activities including practices and games, team meetings, and off season conditioning. 
• Supervises Assistant Coaches. 
• Collaborate with the Assistant Coach to organize practice plans. 
• Lead drills and provide individual skill instruction during practice. 
• Support the program during team activities, including travel. 
• Competition Day responsibilities including:
  • Support the Assistant Coach with assigned duties 
  • Supervision of teams 
  • Score and state keeping 

Other responsibilities include not limited to:

• Schedules camp and organizes team bonding activities
• Registers for competitions
• Attends Mercy Athletic Department meetings, League Meetings (Pre and Post)
• Coaching within compliance of all NFHS/CCS rules 
• Involved with the development and coordination of the Mercy Burlingame Track and Field program, which includes Varsity, Junior Varsity
• Monitors the progress of the Mercy Burlingame Track and Field  program 
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Head of School and Head of School.
• Maintain strong relationships with Mercy staff, students, and parents

Qualifications: 

• Experience and/or knowledge of the sport is required 
• Previous high school coaching experience is preferred 
• Candidates must be available during after school hours. Off season meetings and duties are also required 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In addition, the person should have the following experience and/or education to perform the job successfully: 

An individual must have related experience in a high school setting, or a combination of elementary and high school experience demonstrating competence in ... and/or other related areas of the job description. The individual must be knowledgeable of Catholic Church teachings and doctrines, within the context of the tradition and charism of the Sisters of Mercy, while providing a working atmosphere which fosters and promotes these values. 

Education and/or Experience: 
Successful candidate is required to possess: 

• First/Aid/CPR certification 
• TB test 
• Virtus certification 
• Current driver's license 
• Livescan clearance
• NFHS coaching certification 
• Lifeguard certification 

Computer Skills: 
To perform the job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Google Apps, and the ability to manipulate other software used by the school such as PowerSchool. 

Physical Demands: 
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of the job, the individual is regularly required to talk or hear. The individual is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The individual is occasionally required to stand, stoop or kneel. The individual needs to move from the main school building to lower campus. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision. 

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Salary Salary is commensurate with team level and coaching position. Hourly rate ranges between $20-25/ hour depending on experience.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
All school staff of Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin and will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories. (Administrative Handbook #4111.4)
Send resume: 
Email a resume with coaching experience to Athletic Director Kelly at khickey@mercyhsb.com

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