Chief Financial Officer

OverviewJoin to apply for the Chief Financial Officer role at Cary Academy.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and implement accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP and Cary Academy policy set by Board of Directors. With Business Office Team, oversee general accounting, financial reporting and budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, student billing, and capital assets and as well as related internal controls.With Human Resources Manager and in coordination with Head of School and policy set by Board of Directors, implement all human resource policies, procedures, and payroll functions, including negotiation, ongoing administration, and employee communication regarding salary and benefit programs.With Business Office Team, perform and/or supervise cash management for all organizational fiscal resources. Provide cash flow data, invest excess funds on a short-term basis, and oversee the fiscal management and accounting of investments and endowment funds in accordance with Cary Academy guidelines.With Controller, plan and coordinates annual audit by independent auditors. Oversees tax compliance and regulator reporting.Oversee dining services, setting priorities and coordinating operations planning, in conjunction with relevant divisions or partners.Oversee risk management, including policies and procedures and insurance coverage. Manage legal issues, working with legal counsel and Head of School as needed.With Purchasing and Contracts Director, negotiate and manage school contracts.As a Member Of The Leadership Team, You WillUphold and model Cary Academy’s commitment to its Cornerstones (mission, values, beliefs, professional culture and vision).Serve on appropriate Board and school committees and collaborate with other departments in articulating and executing strategic initiatives.As a Cary Academy Employee, You WillEngage actively in the school’s diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism work in all aspects of your professional responsibilities and interactions in furtherance of Cary Academy’s commitment to equity and justice.Attend and actively participate in all required School professional development activities in areas to include, but not limited to, safety and security; diversity, equity, and inclusion; student learning and support; technology; and school operations.Engage authentically in processes of self-reflection and improvement of practice, including full participation in the Professional Growth and Renewal plete all required administrative and operational tasks and comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and School policies and procedures as articulated in handbooks, operating guides and other School policy and procedure communications and documentation in a responsive and timely manner.Use designated technology assets and platforms as directed by School policies and procedures to allow for secure, effective, and collaborative school operations. Work collaboratively with the Information Services team to research, implement and evaluate technology resources related to position responsibilities.Perform other projects and duties as assigned in support of both divisional and school operations and initiatives.ESSENTIAL EXPECTATIONSIn this position, you will: Manage multiple projects and use time effectively -- while following school operating policies and procedures in a timely manner.As a Member Of The Leadership Team, You WillActively participate in discussions, activities, and initiatives in furtherance of the School’s mission and vision, endeavoring to take into consideration varying perspectives and making decisions that are the best for the School as a whole.Think and work creatively, collaboratively, and strategically to advance the mission and vision of the school.Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth, including adapting to the ongoing usage of technology at Cary Academy.Work collaboratively with other divisions to ensure all division operations and individual leadership responsibilities are carried out in a manner that is in compliance with laws and regulations and consistent with all School policies and procedures.Act as a model for employees, students, volunteers and others in executing responsibilities and interacting with others.Demonstrate risk-taking, support risk-taking in other employees, and strive to maintain a culture of professional risk-taking in furtherance of the School’s mission tenets of discovery and innovation.As a Cary Academy Employee, You WillPerform position responsibilities in a professional manner that overtly upholds and supports the School’s commitment to its Cornerstones as detailed in the Employee Handbook.Model and ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and work environment.Honor the confidentiality of student, family, employee, and school information.Work collegially with other employees in ways that nurture a culture of professional collaboration, exchange and growth.Engage with students, parents, employees and alumni as well as members of the external community with courtesy, sensitivity, understanding, and discretion.Demonstrate a mindset and commitment to ongoing professional growth and innovation in your specific role at Cary Academy as well as in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion; student learning and support; and technology.Ensure technology skills meet current standards as defined by Information Services, consistent with Cary Academy’s profile as a technology-forward school. Utilize the school’s technology resources efficiently and effectively for school operations, adapting readily to changes and seeking guidance where needed. Apply emerging technologies to position responsibilities as applicable.Plan and prepare appropriately for position responsibilities.Demonstrate regular, predictable, and reliable on-campus attendance.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTSKnowledge of GAAP, especially as it relates to non-profit institutions; thorough knowledge of personal productivity software and multiple operating systems.Knowledge of human resources including staffing, training, and employee benefits administration.Excellent management, organizational, communication and technical skills; strong mathematical and financial skills.Ability to design and implement a control reporting system.Educational and Professional RequirementsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in related field; advanced degree and/or CPA preferred.Experience: 10 years of progressive accounting and supervisory experience, preferably with some public accounting with fund accounting exposure. Experience in human resources with emphasis in employee benefits administration preferred.Certification and/or Credentials: CFA, CCM, CMA, and/or PHR certifications preferred.Equivalency: Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience may be considered in place of the above requirements.Work ScheduleDays: In general, this position is scheduled to work on campus Monday through Friday year-round but is expected to work as necessary to ensure position responsibilities are consistently met. There may be certain work requirements that could result in a need for temporary modification of this schedule, including work on weekends or holidays.Hours: This position is scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The actual times worked are determined by the Head of School given the nature and seasonality of this position. Both planned and unplanned needs may require work outside of normal daytime business anizational InformationDivision: Business OperationsDepartment: Business OperationsReports to: Head of SchoolInternal Relationships: All Cary Academy employees, parents, and studentsExternal Relationships: Vendors, suppliers, visitors, prospective families, other schools, educational and community organizationsNote: This content describes the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Specific tasks and deadlines may vary and are provided to the employee by his/her supervisor.Updated as of 9/2/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-30