Head of COO Finance

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced financial and operational leader to play a critical role in shaping the long-term sustainability and success of a vibrant learning community. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking financial strategist and operational problem solver who thrives in a values-driven environment. They will bring deep expertise in financial management, budgeting, accounting, and compliance, along with strong oversight experience in facilities, human resources, and risk management. Skilled in managing and developing high-performing teams, the CFOO will set clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and support continuous professional growth for a team of four senior managers and across the organization. This work includes leading the implementation of strategic plans, maintaining financial health, managing risk, and contributing to thoughtful hiring, retention, and succession planning to meet the schools evolving operational needs.
Epiphany School does not cover or reimburse relocation costs and/or expenses.
Standard work hours are typically Monday Friday 8:00am 4:00pm. This position may require infrequent evening and weekend work to support school community events such as the school auction.
Working from home is permitted occasionally after the 90-day probationary period.
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Oversee all aspects of the campus master plan building project, both building and finance related, interfacing with primary consultants, managing internal work plans, and internal and external communications for the project as needed.
Participate in Board of Trustees meetings and provide staff support to Finance, Capital Campaign, and Master Use committees.
Oversee creation and management of long-range financial planning and provide financial insights to appropriate teams to support institutional decision-making.
Supervise HR operations and workforce planning initiatives, including salary structure, benefits administration, and employment policies and procedures.
People Management
Facilities Manager
HR Manager
Set and communicate clear performance expectations, goals, and benchmarks.
Conduct regular performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback and recognition.
Identify growth opportunities for team members, support continued learning and training, and oversee employee retention efforts, helping plan for long-term staffing needs.
Participate in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new finance and operations staff.
Financial, Contract, and Asset Management
Lead the Schools annual budgeting process and long-range financial planning, ensuring transparency, consistency, and clarity, in close collaboration with the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and leadership team.
Oversee all business office functions including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, purchasing, and financial controls.
Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Lead the preparation of the annual operating budget and long-range financial forecasts.
Ensure sufficient cash flow and liquidity to meet the organizations operational needs.
Maintain the integrity of financial systems and ensure compliance with all audit and reporting requirements.
Establish and monitor banking relationships and financial transactions.
Review, negotiate, and manage all significant vendor and service contracts.
Oversee prudent purchasing and maintenance of fixed assets, including property, plant, and equipment.
Audit, Risk, and Compliance
Ensure appropriate internal controls and accounting procedures are in place to protect assets and maintain transparency.
Oversee the organizations annual independent audit and coordinate audit preparation and follow-up.
Monitor legal, regulatory, and compliance matters relevant to the schools operations.
Manage institutional risk, including insurance policies, liability coverage, physical plant and cyber security, and health & safety protocols.
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
Minimum of 710 years of progressive leadership experience in finance and operations, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.
Deep understanding of nonprofit or school-based financial systems and controls, GAAP, budgeting, capital management, and plant management.
Strong knowledge of fund accounting principles, cash flow management, financial reporting standards, procurement, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
Seasoned experience in budget preparation, long-range financial planning, financial forecasting models, and financial compliance, including financial particulars of capital projects and building renovations.
Familiarity with audit preparation, compliance procedures, and risk management strategies.
Strategic thinking with the ability to link financial decisions to broader organizational goals.
Strong team leadership and supervisory skills, including performance evaluation, coaching, conflict resolution, and team development.
Project management skills to balance multiple priorities and initiatives across departments.
Proven ability to manage multiple departments and work collaboratively across an organization.
Experience working with Boards and presenting complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
Personal qualities including diplomacy, tact, discretion, flexibility, resourcefulness, initiative, dependability, organizational skills, friendliness, emotional maturity, punctuality, and professionalism.
The salary range for this role is between $200,000 $250,000 based on years of relevant experience, education, skill, and internal equity in line with our schools Administrator pay scale. Benefits stipend to put towards employee benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, voluntary employee, spousal, and child life and critical illness insurance, accident insurance, voluntary short-term disability, and flexible health savings accounts
~ Employer-paid monthly premiums for employee assistance program and long-term disability coverage
~403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
~13 paid holidays
~Interested candidates should submit the following materials in a single merged document, in the following order, by August 1:
Contact information for five professional references with name, relationship, phone number, and email address of each (references will not be contacted without the candidates permission)