Chief Finance & Operations Officer

The Company is seeking a Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) to join its senior leadership team. The CFOO will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and management of the school's finances and operations, including finance, facilities, security, risk management, human resources, and auxiliary programs. This role is pivotal in integrating finance and operations across the campus, particularly in the context of the school's recent expansion. The successful candidate will be expected to partner with the Board of Trustees on long-term financial health, oversee all business office functions, and maintain strong relationships with banks and lenders. Key priorities for the CFOO will include debt management, cash-flow planning, endowment growth, and sustainable tuition assistance. Applicants for the CFOO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree (MBA or advanced degree preferred) and a minimum of 10 years' of progressive senior leadership experience in finance and operations, ideally within an independent school or mission-driven organization. The role requires expertise in long-range financial planning, debt and financing, cash management, and endowment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human resources, including compensation and benefits strategy, and experience in developing auxiliary or non-tuition revenue. They should be adept at building risk management and compliance practices, and have a deep understanding of tuition assistance and enrollment economics. The CFOO must be a strategic, curious, and detail-oriented leader, with a commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive community.