Chief Financial Officer

Position Overview

Westchester Country Day School, a PreK–12 college preparatory school located in High Point, NC, seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting to the Head of School, the CFO is a senior leader responsible for the School’s financial health, business operations, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership with the Head of School and Board of Trustees
• Develop and oversee operating and capital budgets, financial reporting, cash flow, investments, and long-range planning
• Ensure strong internal controls, compliance with GAAP, and regulatory requirements; coordinate annual audits
• Oversee accounting, student billing, and insurance/risk management
• Lead human resources functions, including payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee relations
• Oversee facilities, safety and security, food service, transportation, and auxiliary operations
• Supervise and develop staff; collaborate across departments
• Support Board committees and prepare financial reports and presentations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field (advanced degree/CPA preferred)
• Senior-level financial and operational leadership experience, preferably in an independent school or nonprofit
• Experience overseeing HR and multi-department operations
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to the mission of independent education

Position Details

• Full-time, 12-month administrative role
• Competitive salary and benefits

Application
Submit a cover letter, résumé, and references via https://www.westchestercds.org/about/employment. Questions may be directed to Penny Rowe at [email protected].