Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Alexandria, Virginia, The Business Manager/Chief Financial Officer’s main function is to assist the Head of School and school leadership in the execution of the school’s mission. Through accurate financial management, human resources management, facilities maintenance and operations, and administrative support. The CFOO is responsible for assuring the financial statements, Human Resources functions are done accurately within finance department. This role ensures that the school has the financial resources and human capital it needs to support Browne Academy’s mission by keeping Browne Academy financially viable.

Key Responsibilities: Strategic and Financial Planning

Provide school-wide strategic leadership, analysis, and management of finance and operations, directly supervising members of the business office, buildings and grounds, technology and health services teams. Oversee all financial reporting, including development and board approval of the annual budget, reporting operating results, projecting and ensuring bank covenant compliance. Work with the Head of School, board of trustees and lenders to set financial strategy and maintain fiscal priorities. Establish financial and capital strategies that enhance the long-term value and are consistent with the school’s strategic priorities. Build and maintain the school’s short and long-term strategic financial Oversee the administration of the school’s endowment; work with the Head of School and investment committee to executive endowment and investment policy; implement investment decisions of the investment committee; coordinate with the investment Negotiate with lenders when necessary to ensure that funding is secured for needs of the school and ensure compliance with loan terms. Make and manage decisions regarding insurance programs: property, casualty, medical, workers’ compensation. Oversee the annual financial audit and 403b plan audit and filings of tax

Business Management and School Operations

Oversee and manage all Business Office operations including budgeting and accounting, financial modeling and analysis, payroll, human resources, benefits and risk Oversee school operations including personnel, maintenance and Continually evaluate the Business Office’s strengths and weaknesses and develop goals/plans and systems that will improve department performance and customer Serve in a leadership role on the Head of School’s senior administrative team and as a liaison to Board committees, including the Finance, Buildings and Grounds, and Audit committees. Organize agendas and meeting materials to present at Committee and Board Ensure that the School Remains compliant with all local and state reporting Coordinate with the Director of Maintenance on oversight of the physical plant, grounds, and construction functions; help plan and direct all replacements and renewals of the physical plant. Publicly represent the school in a positive and proactive way, collaborating with other School administrators, neighbors and public officials. Maintain appropriate professional memberships and represent the school at related meetings and conferences.

Human Resources

Provide sound and consistent employment policies, adequate staffing levels, compensation, and appropriate benefits programs for all facets of school Administer all employee benefit programs including health insurance, retirement, workers compensation, life insurance and other related plans. Collaborate with the Head of School and other senior administrators on providing leadership regarding employee hiring, termination, compensation, and Work collegially within a diverse community and communicate effectively with diverse Demonstrate an interest in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging work and participate in professional development in this area.

Additional Responsibilities:

Attend Board of Trustee, Audit Committee, Building and Grounds Committee, and Finance Committee meetings. Assist with morning and afternoon car line. Assist with hot lunch when needed. Collaborative effectively with and provide support for Advancement, Admissions and other departments.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required, MBA or CPA preferred. 10-15 years of senior-level experience creating and executing financial planning and management strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

Superb communication skills; excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to take complex subjects, distill them and communicate them to varied audiences. Experience in an independent school is preferred though individuals with strong financial and leadership skills are welcome. Experience on senior administrative teams and working with nonprofit Boards. Demonstrated experience in measuring and improving organization-wide productivity. Demonstrated experience in the development of analysis for strategic decision-making, such as key cost drivers, competitive analysis, market analysis, organization strength and weaknesses, etc. Ability to supervise, manage and delegate multiple functions and activities.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of independent school operations and not-for-profit accounting policies, procedures, practices and software programs. Experience in human resource management, employee benefits (including pension plans), and payroll procedures Skilled at negotiating and initiating contracts with external vendors.

Personal and Professional Qualities The successful candidate will have the:

Ability to think and plan strategically and creatively. Ability to remain calm, flexible, and work effectively under pressure. Customer service oriented. An entrepreneurial mindset. Committed to equality and inclusion practices. Evident integrity.

Benefits Browne Academy offers a very competitive benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, fully or partially paid for by Browne Academy, plus voluntary dental and vision insurance. Contributions of 4.5 percent of your salary is contributed to your 403(b) after one year of service, plus an additional match of 1 percent is available if you contribute at least 1 percent of your salary for a total of 5.5 percent, four weeks of paid, scheduled school holidays and four weeks (20 days) of vacation plus 10 PTO (Paid Time Off) days. Plus 75% tuition remission for eligible students enrolled at Browne Academy after one year of employment, space available, free morning care and after-care during the school year and 75% off summer camp and free aftercare for summer camp.

Diversity Statement Browne Academy is strongly committed to equal opportunity for all its employees. Browne Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Browne Academy actively seeks diverse candidates for employment.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required, MBA or CPA preferred. 10-15 years of senior-level experience creating and executing financial planning and management strategies.