Chadwick School
Interim Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
Chadwick School, Palos Verdes Peninsula, California, United States, 90274
Interim Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
Chadwick School seeks a Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer to assume duties as soon as possible. This is an interim position. The due date to apply for the position is November 14, 2025. The anticipated decision date is December 15, 2025. The tentative start date is January 5, 2025. Applicants should submit a current résumé, letter of interest, personal statement/statement of philosophy and a list of 5 references. Overview
Chadwick School is a K-12 coeducational, independent day school located on a 45-acre hilltop in Palos Verdes, California. Founded in 1935, Chadwick serves a diverse student body with active financial aid and broad geographic reach in greater Los Angeles. Essential Responsibilities
Finance: Oversee all aspects of financial transactions, financial reporting and external auditing; enhance and drive financial controls including Delegation of Authority, Contract and Vendor Management and Asset Tracking; create and maintain a long-range financial plan; develop a financial reporting regime to inform the Leadership Team and Board; establish KPIs to drive financial and operational excellence; attend Board meetings and serve on Board committees; supervise the Controller and Business Office team; lead annual budget preparation and approval; reconcile and track investment activity; develop and implement a Cash Management Program; ensure quarterly budget vs. actual reports are accurate; coordinate compliance reporting related to school operations and debt management; determine tuition, compensation, and financial aid in collaboration with the Head of School; coordinate with the Director of Advancement on fundraising and donor stewardship; support short- and long-range financial and operational planning; review accounts receivable and collect past due balances; update Benchmark Reports; provide guidance for Parent organizations on financial matters.
Risk Management: Provide supervision and guidance to the Director of Risk Management.
Facilities/Operations: Provide supervision and guidance to the Director of Facilities to plan and budget facility maintenance and minor repairs and update long-term repair schedule; ensure code compliance, proper permitting, and neighborhood relations for all facility and property management, including CUP compliance; serve as school liaison with legal counsel on facilities related matters.
Human Resources: Provide supervision and guidance to the Director of Human Resources.
Information Technology: Provide supervision and guidance for the Director of Information Technology.
Qualifications 10 years of progressive responsibilities in accounting, finance, operations and/or general business management (prior management experience with a private school or non-profit organization preferred)
BA in accounting, finance, business management, or related area (MBA and/or CPA preferred)
Ability to think and plan strategically and creatively
Broad-based operations and project management experience
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to work well in a team environment
Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting and financial systems
Compensation: $305,000 to $320,000 salary based on years of experience and other qualifications. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Relevant physical requirements include lifting up to 10 lbs and general office activities; ability to sit at a computer for extended periods; normal office conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Screenings – TB Assessment and Livescan Background check. This position will require a full background check. Chadwick School is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation in administration of educational policies, admissions, scholarship and loan programs, employment, and school activities. How To Apply
Additional information about Chadwick School is available on the School’s website: www.chadwickschool.org
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Chadwick School seeks a Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer to assume duties as soon as possible. This is an interim position. The due date to apply for the position is November 14, 2025. The anticipated decision date is December 15, 2025. The tentative start date is January 5, 2025. Applicants should submit a current résumé, letter of interest, personal statement/statement of philosophy and a list of 5 references. Overview
Chadwick School is a K-12 coeducational, independent day school located on a 45-acre hilltop in Palos Verdes, California. Founded in 1935, Chadwick serves a diverse student body with active financial aid and broad geographic reach in greater Los Angeles. Essential Responsibilities
Finance: Oversee all aspects of financial transactions, financial reporting and external auditing; enhance and drive financial controls including Delegation of Authority, Contract and Vendor Management and Asset Tracking; create and maintain a long-range financial plan; develop a financial reporting regime to inform the Leadership Team and Board; establish KPIs to drive financial and operational excellence; attend Board meetings and serve on Board committees; supervise the Controller and Business Office team; lead annual budget preparation and approval; reconcile and track investment activity; develop and implement a Cash Management Program; ensure quarterly budget vs. actual reports are accurate; coordinate compliance reporting related to school operations and debt management; determine tuition, compensation, and financial aid in collaboration with the Head of School; coordinate with the Director of Advancement on fundraising and donor stewardship; support short- and long-range financial and operational planning; review accounts receivable and collect past due balances; update Benchmark Reports; provide guidance for Parent organizations on financial matters.
Risk Management: Provide supervision and guidance to the Director of Risk Management.
Facilities/Operations: Provide supervision and guidance to the Director of Facilities to plan and budget facility maintenance and minor repairs and update long-term repair schedule; ensure code compliance, proper permitting, and neighborhood relations for all facility and property management, including CUP compliance; serve as school liaison with legal counsel on facilities related matters.
Human Resources: Provide supervision and guidance to the Director of Human Resources.
Information Technology: Provide supervision and guidance for the Director of Information Technology.
Qualifications 10 years of progressive responsibilities in accounting, finance, operations and/or general business management (prior management experience with a private school or non-profit organization preferred)
BA in accounting, finance, business management, or related area (MBA and/or CPA preferred)
Ability to think and plan strategically and creatively
Broad-based operations and project management experience
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to work well in a team environment
Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting and financial systems
Compensation: $305,000 to $320,000 salary based on years of experience and other qualifications. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Relevant physical requirements include lifting up to 10 lbs and general office activities; ability to sit at a computer for extended periods; normal office conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Screenings – TB Assessment and Livescan Background check. This position will require a full background check. Chadwick School is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation in administration of educational policies, admissions, scholarship and loan programs, employment, and school activities. How To Apply
Additional information about Chadwick School is available on the School’s website: www.chadwickschool.org
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