HybridRemote role with occasional in-person meetings in the greater Philadelphia region.
About the job
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
At least 7 years of progressive financial leadership experience is required.
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, nonprofit accounting, and financial compliance is required.
Experience with audits, financial planning, and board reporting is required.
Proficiency in accounting software is required.
Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a solid understanding of the Word of God are required, with evidence of a godly lifestyle based on that commitment.
A passion for Christian education and commitment to the organization's mission and biblical values are required.
Responsibilities
Lead the overall financial strategy and planning across partner schools.
Provide financial counsel to heads of schools and boards to support sustainability and mission alignment.
Evaluate and enhance financial systems and controls to support school growth and operational excellence.
Direct the preparation of annual budgets and long-range financial forecasts.
Monitor and report actual-versus-budget performance and identify key trends and variances.
Guide schools through strategic financial planning and tuition modeling.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, accounting standards, and reporting requirements.
Prepare and present financial reports to school boards and leadership teams.
Oversee internal and external reporting processes.
Lead the preparation and execution of annual audits for partner schools.
Work with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Supervise the finance team, including controllers, accounting assistants, and other assigned support staff.
Build a collaborative, service-oriented financial culture across partner schools.
Experience in nonprofit or educational settings is preferred.
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.
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 remote work with flexible scheduling
Occasional in-person meetings in the greater Philadelphia region