Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Finance, Risk Management & Strategic Partnerships

Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Finance, Risk Management & Strategic Partnerships

About the Company

Prestigious boarding school

Industry
Education Management

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1889

Employees
51-200

Categories

• Academics
• Arts
• Athletics
• Boarding School
• California
• Character Education
• College Preparatory
• Global Perspective.
• Honor Code
• Horse Program
• Leadership
• Outdoor Program
• Riding Program
• Sustainability

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Director of Finance, Risk Management, and Strategic Partnerships, who will also serve as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and overseeing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure the safeguarding of assets and accurate financial reporting. This role involves managing the business office functions, including budgeting, long-range financial planning, and working with the Board of Trustees on endowment oversight. The Director/CFO will also be involved in strategic decision-making, particularly in the areas of revenue diversification and modernization of operations, and will be expected to be a creative and entrepreneurial leader. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree (MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced degree preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of financial experience, with a strong preference for those with a background in independent schools, nonprofits, or higher education. The role requires superior communication, interpersonal, organizational, leadership, and managerial skills, as well as the ability to model and problem-solve. The ideal candidate will be a thoughtful steward of the company's resources and culture, with a collaborative spirit, and will be adept at fostering a resilient, sustainable future for the community. Key challenges and opportunities for the role include effective stewardship of resources, talent management, process improvement, and the exploration of emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

Hiring Manager Title
Head of School

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Finance
• Business Development