Job description

Phileo Shared Services is seeking a Part-Time Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and oversight for our partner Christian schools. The CFO will report directly to the Head of School and play a mission-critical role in ensuring the financial health, compliance, and long-term sustainability of partner schools. This is a remote position with flexible hours with occasional in-person meetings as needed in the Philadelphia area. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Leadership Lead the overall financial strategy and planning across Phileo Shared Services partner schools. Provide financial counsel to heads of schools and boards to ensure sustainability and mission alignment. Evaluate and enhance financial systems and controls to support school growth and operational excellence. Budgeting & Forecasting Direct the preparation of annual budgets and long-range financial forecasts. Monitor and report on actuals vs. budget performance, identifying key trends and variances. Guide schools through strategic financial planning and tuition modeling. Compliance & Reporting Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, accounting standards (GAAP), and reporting requirements Prepare and present financial reports to school boards and leadership teams. Oversee all internal and external reporting processes. Audit & Risk Management Lead the preparation and execution of annual audits for partner schools. Work with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Identify areas of financial and operational risk and implement mitigation strategies. Team Leadership Supervise the finance team, including controllers, accounting assistants, and other support staff as assigned. Build a collaborative, service-oriented financial culture across all partner schools. Attend key finance meetings, board finance committee sessions, and strategic planning meetings. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred) 7+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in nonprofit or educational settings Strong understanding of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, and financial compliance Experience with audits, financial planning, and board reporting Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in accounting software Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and solid understanding of the Word of God. There should be evidence of a godly lifestyle based on a commitment to Jesus Christ. A passion for Christian education, paired with a commitment to DC’s mission and alignment with biblical values. Work Schedule & Location: Part-time r emote work with flexible scheduling Occasional in-person meetings in the greater Philadelphia region Statement of Faith

Requirements

Must-haves

Strategic Financial Leadership
Lead the overall financial strategy and planning across Phileo Shared Services partner schools.
Provide financial counsel to heads of schools and boards to ensure sustainability and mission alignment.
Evaluate and enhance financial systems and controls to support school growth and operational excellence.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Direct the preparation of annual budgets and long-range financial forecasts.
Monitor and report on actuals vs. budget performance, identifying key trends and variances.
Guide schools through strategic financial planning and tuition modeling.
Compliance & Reporting
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, accounting standards (GAAP), and reporting requirements
Prepare and present financial reports to school boards and leadership teams.
Oversee all internal and external reporting processes.
Audit & Risk Management
Lead the preparation and execution of annual audits for partner schools.
Work with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Identify areas of financial and operational risk and implement mitigation strategies.
Team Leadership
Supervise the finance team, including controllers, accounting assistants, and other support staff as assigned.
Build a collaborative, service-oriented financial culture across all partner schools.
Attend key finance meetings, board finance committee sessions, and strategic planning meetings.
7+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in nonprofit or educational settings
Strong understanding of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, and financial compliance
Experience with audits, financial planning, and board reporting

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)

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