Chief Financial Officer
Westchester Country Day School•High Point, NC
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About The Position
Westchester Country Day School, a PreK–12 college preparatory school located in High Point, NC, seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to begin on or around July 1, 2026. 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.
Requirements
- 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
- Submit a cover letter, résumé, and references via https://www.westchestercds.org/about/employment
- Questions may be directed to Penny Rowe at [email protected]
Nice To Haves
- advanced degree/CPA
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
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
