Job Description

The Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFAO) is a strategic member of the senior leadership team and serves as the chief business officer of the School. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the CFOO provides leadership, oversight, and management of the School's financial and administrative operations to ensure long-term organizational sustainability and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the School's financial operations, including budgeting, long-range financial planning, forecasting, cash and investment management, financial reporting, tuition revenue, financial aid, debt management, and financial analysis to support institutional sustainability and strategic initiatives
• Direct all accounting and business office functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, fixed assets, financial reporting, audits, tax filings, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
• Lead enterprise-wide risk management, legal and regulatory compliance, governance support, insurance programs, policy development, and business continuity planning to safeguard the School's assets and ensure compliance with applicable laws and nonprofit governance requirements
• Oversee all human resources functions, performance management, compensation and benefits, policy administration, and employment law compliance while fostering a positive and mission-driven workplace culture
• Direct the School's administrative and operational functions, including business operations, purchasing, vendor and contract management, facilities and administrative services, technology, transportation, food service, and other operational areas to ensure efficient support of the School's educational mission
• Serve as a key strategic partner to the Head of School and Board of Trustees by providing executive leadership, data-informed analysis, organizational planning, cross-functional collaboration, and oversight of administrative teams to advance the School's mission and long-term strategic objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; CPA, MBA, or other relevant professional credentials preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance and operations
• Experience managing multiple administrative functions within a nonprofit organization, educational institution, or similarly complex organization
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience with human resources administration and employment compliance
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance and Board relations