Epiphany School · 4 days ago
Chief Finance & Operations Officer
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
7+ years expEpiphany School is seeking a strategic and collaborative Chief Finance & Operations Officer (CFOO) to join their leadership team. This role involves shaping the long-term sustainability of the school through financial management and operational excellence, while also empowering team members and fostering a culture of collaboration.
EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Head of School and senior leadership to shape and execute the organization's strategic and operational vision
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
Evaluate recommended competitive and cost-effective benefit plans to attract and retain staff
Supervise the Safety & Health team to ensure safe, efficient, and well-maintained physical infrastructure, health and safety protocols, and emergency preparedness plans
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
Allocate resources (time, talent, tools) effectively across departments
Guide teams through organizational and procedural changes with clarity and support, aligning team efforts with institutional priorities and strategic initiatives
Lead the School’s 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 organization’s 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
Ensure appropriate internal controls and accounting procedures are in place to protect assets and maintain transparency
Oversee the organization’s annual independent audit and coordinate audit preparation and follow-up
Monitor legal, regulatory, and compliance matters relevant to the school’s operations
Manage institutional risk, including insurance policies, liability coverage, physical plant and cyber security, and health & safety protocols
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred
Minimum of 7–10 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
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal
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
Outstanding oral, written, and presentational communication skills
Skilled at fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture
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
Preferred
MBA or CPA preferred
Benefits
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
6 weeks of paid vacation and 2 weeks of sick leave
Paid supplemental parental leave after 12 months of employment
Professional development funding
Company
Epiphany School
Epiphany School is one of Seattle's premier independent elementary schools, located on a beautiful campus in a quiet neighborhood setting.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Worcester Business Journal
2025-02-20
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