About the Role
The Chief Financial and Operating Officer (CFOO) will oversee all aspects of finance and operations, leading talented teams in the Business Office, Human Resources, Facilities, Student Health, and IT Departments. This individual will have opportunities for engagement in strategic planning, partnership, project management, staff development, broad collaboration, and community involvement.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and oversee plans and programs related to accounting, finance, investment, audit, compliance, financial aid, risk management, and purchasing.
- Prepare, present, and interpret operating budget and financial reports for the Head of School, the Finance Committee, and the Board of Trustees.
- Ensure the school follows all appropriate FASB and GAAP accounting standards and complies with all relevant state and federal tax reporting requirements.
- Oversee risk management programs through evaluation of insurance needs and coverages, review of insurance proposals and selection of appropriately rated carriers.
- Invest endowment funds and operating cash reserves in accordance with resolutions adopted by the Board of Trustees and monitor and report investment performance.
- Direct and manage the Business Office, Human Resources, Facilities Operations, IT Department, Data Operations, Student Health, Extended Day and Campus Food Service.
- Work with vendors and management companies, select employees, set performance standards, delegate responsibilities, and monitor performance.
- Participate in long-range financial planning, strategic planning, facilities planning, capital project planning and implementation, and annual facilities maintenance planning and implementation.
- Oversee all construction projects.
- Advise the Head of School in all matters of employee relations, including guidelines on hiring, benefits, compensation, preparation of salary scales, retirement plans, and compliance with employment rules and regulations.
- Review adjusted tuition (financial aid) applications and make recommendations on award amounts.
- Serve on the Adjusted Tuition Committee and make final determinations of adjusted tuition awards.
- Implement the adjusted tuition program through the student billing function.
- Engage and work with legal counsel, financial advisors, auditors, and other professional service firms.
- Prepare and/or review the preparation of statistical and survey reports for NAIS, CAIS, ISBOA, and other organizations.
- Partner with the Technology Office to budget for strategic IT initiatives and the replacement of existing IT infrastructure.
- Coordinate closely with the Technology Office on projects with a technology component or impact.
- Interface with Horizons, supporting their finance and operations as a fiscally sponsored entity, and provide guidance on Human Resources, Operations, and risk management.
- Oversee rental agreements and use of facilities by other non-profits.
- Work with the Director of Extended Day to set pricing, hiring, wages, and logistics for Extended Day, A3, enrichment, and music programs.
- Participate as a community member in duties to support the community.
- Engage in professional networks for continued professional growth.
Requirements
- SB 848 Authorization and Reference Checking
- Livescan Background
- US Employment Eligibility
- TB Clearance Certificate
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- Based on experience and qualifications
Salary/Compensations
- $250,000 to $315,000 annualized
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Matching 403(b)
About the Company
- The San Francisco Friends School (SFFS) educates K-8 students in the tradition of Quaker learning.
- The school seeks teachers who resonate with the Friends School mission, which provides an exemplary education in a community dedicated to problem-solving, service to others, simplicity, social justice, and quiet reflection.
- Our Quaker mission also compels us to create a diverse and inclusive community.
Equal Opportunity
- The San Francisco Friends School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.
- The school also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities; candidates who need accommodations in order to apply for this position should request an accommodation as part of the submission of interest.
