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ABOUT QUEST  Quest Preparatory Academy is a K-8 public charter school in Las Vegas, Nevada. Founded in 2008, Quest is one of the longest-standing and most racially and economically diverse charter schools in Nevada. We serve 500 students in grades K-8 across two campuses. At Quest Preparatory Academy, we believe that every student and their success matters! We strive to cultivate a learning environment where students have optimal opportunities to grow and learn. Our vision is to provide a uniquely designed, academically rigorous, caring and nurturing learning experience in a tuition-free, public school setting. We are a close-knit community of teachers, leaders, and families, committed to providing our diverse student population with the high-quality educational experience that they deserve. If you are willing to go the extra mile to ensure that all students maximize their potential, we encourage you to apply to join our team!  KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  The Manager of Finance is responsible and accountable for leading the accounting and budgeting functions for the school. This position reports directly to the Governing Board. Specific responsibilities include:  Lead, direct, plan, organize, evaluate, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects, and activities related to Quest financial functions including budget, accounting, external audits, payroll services, attendance accounting, program accounting, accounts payable, and related business systems. Implement programs to ensure the financial stability of the school and develop financial plans and budgets. Prepare, administer, and control the annual general fund budget and all special fund budgets required by the state. Provide technical expertise regarding assigned functions; formulate and develop policies and procedures. Develop and implement long- and short-term plans and activities for assigned areas and the school at-large. Communicate with other administrators, school personnel, and contractors to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts, and exchange information. Establish and maintain internal control. Consult with and advise school leadership regarding legal and procedural requirements of the school’s financial management. Participate in negotiations and contracting of major initiatives including insurance, employee group (union) contracts, capital purchases, and other significant acquisitions. Provide guidance on special projects of the school which require financial oversight. Administer and coordinate the technical activities for general ledger accounting, treasury, accounts payable, and payroll and benefits, for all funds of the school. Monitor monthly income and expenditures in order to estimate the ending fund balance for general fund operations. Oversee the creation of monthly or quarterly financial statements for the various other funds of the school. Oversee and coordinate various school audits, including the annual financial audit, the single audit, related state and federal audits, and performance audits, as needed. Oversee and administer the treasury management function, including banking and custodial agreements, debt service management, school receivables, cash, and cash flow projections. Ensure school compliance with various federal, state, and local agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service, the U. S. Census Bureau, the Nevada Department of Education, the Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau, and the Committee on Local Government Finance in the areas of benefits, taxes, arbitrage, tax shelters, etc. Report progress and recommend necessary action concerning assigned responsibilities to the Governing Board. Audit or review invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, bank deposit slips, or contracts. Assist in verifying and auditing payrolls and maintaining payroll journals, subsidiary ledgers, records, and files. Set up and maintain journals, ledgers, and other records. Prepare journal vouchers and makes adjusting and closing entries.  Maintain accounting control records for receipts, disbursements, and balances.  Prepare fiscal, statistical, and federal reports and year-end schedules. Perform other duties related to the position, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS The Manager of Finance role at Quest is a full-time, salaried, 12-month position. Ideal candidates will have the following education and experience: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration, accounting, finance or a related field. MBA, CPA, or related graduate degree is preferred. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and/or budgeting; and demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accounting and budget procedures and ERP-related system procedures/requirements. At least three years of successful supervisory experience is preferred. Successful experience in administering financial statements and budgets at the school level. Ability to work effectively in cooperation with school staff and representatives of state, federal, local regulatory agencies, and community agencies. Demonstrated understanding of the Nevada Administrative Code and Nevada Revised Statutes. Familiarity with school accounting and finance is a plus.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.  Quest is an equal opportunity employer. Quest does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.

ABOUT QUEST Quest Preparatory Academy is a K-8 public charter school in Las Vegas, Nevada. Founded in 2008, Quest is one of the longest-standing and most racially and economically diverse charter schools in Nevada. We serve 500 students in grades K-8 across two campuses. At Quest Preparatory Academy, we believe that every student and their success matters! We strive to cultivate a learning environment where students have optimal opportunities to grow and learn. Our vision is to provide a uniquely designed, academically rigorous, caring and nurturing learning experience in a tuition-free, public school setting. We are a close-knit community of teachers, leaders, and families, committed to providing our diverse student population with the high-quality educational experience that they deserve. If you are willing to go the extra mile to ensure that all students maximize their potential, we encourage you to apply to join our team!  KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Learning Strategist at Quest works to increase student achievement in literacy for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. The Learning Specialist is responsible for the following: Oversee the assessment of all kindergarten students within the first 30 days of the school year using the Brigance Screener III and MAP (optional) assessments Oversee the assessment of all students in Reading for grades 1-3 using the MAP assessments Monitor the development of progress monitoring plans for every student identified as “deficient” in reading Systematically monitor the progress of students identified as “deficient” in reading Oversee the assessment of all identified students during winter and spring benchmarks Ensure that parents and/or legal guardians are notified within 30 days of the determination that a K-3 student  is struggling in the subject area of reading Ensure that parents and/or legal guardians approve of progress monitoring plans for struggling students Provide instruction and support for the parents and guardians of pupils who have been identified as struggling in the subject area of reading. Applying the values of urgency, rigor, and consistency to create a positive learning environment that promotes high expectations and provides opportunities for all students to experience success  Maintaining positive, professional relationships with students, families, and colleagues  Participating in before and after school traffic duty, lunch and recess duty, and other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS The Learning Strategist role at Quest is a full-time, salaried, 10-month position. Ideal candidates will have the following education and experience: Unwavering commitment to improving student outcomes Reflective practitioner who will do “whatever it takes” to move student achievement with a proven track record of student growth in content area(s) Demonstrate in-depth content knowledge, use of data-driven practices, and robust instructional strategies Knowledge of screening for and providing intervention for dyslexia Knowledge of the Nevada Academic Content Standards in the English Language Arts for grades K-3 Experience successfully delivering feedback and coaching teachers on literacy Experience using student data to improve instruction concerning literacy Experience effectively implementing the Nevada Kids reading assessments: Brigance Screener III (K) and MAP K-3 reading assessments B.A./B.S. or M.A. degree in teaching from an accredited institution Be eligible for, or possess a Nevada Elementary Certified Teaching License (K-8) Two or more years of teaching experience teaching reading in grades K-3  in an urban environment preferred HOW TO APPLY Please click here to apply to the Learning Strategist position . NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Quest is an equal opportunity employer. Quest does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.