Chief Financial Officer

The client is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee the financial operations of a unified independent Jewish community day school serving PreK-12 students. This school, set to launch in the 2027-2028 school year, aims to be the premier institution of its kind in the Greater Philadelphia area. The CFO will have the opportunity to influence the financial strategy of these respected institutions, focusing on academic excellence, community values, and sustainable growth. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the CFO will join the senior leadership team and will be integral to strategic financial leadership, operational oversight, and risk management strategies. In this role, the CFO will closely collaborate with school leadership, board committees, and various stakeholders to ensure financial sustainability and transparency while aligning financial functions with the school's mission and growth goals. The ideal candidate should be a trusted advisor with a strategic mindset and a collaborative approach, demonstrating strong experience in managing complex financial operations within independent schools, nonprofit organizations, or similarly mission-driven environments. Core competencies include budgeting, financial planning, reporting, and internal control, along with the ability to interpret complex financial data into actionable insights for institutional priorities. The CFO position is pivotal and entails responsibility for the organization and management of comprehensive business, financial, and investment strategies in support of the school's mission, strategic, and financial plans. This is a unique and highly visible role poised to impact the institution's ability to deliver on its academic and community-focused mandate. The candidate is expected to work predominantly on-site, collaborating closely with the Head of School and other leaders to reinforce the school's vision and ensure its financial health and continued legacy of excellence. The client seeks a CFO who can effectively bridge long-standing partnerships and foster an environment conducive to the next generation of Jewish learners.