Employment Status:

Full time/Exempt

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience

Reports to:

Head of School Work Schedule:

Permanent/12 month

JOB SUMMARY

The Rashi School is Greater Boston's Reform Jewish Independent School for Grades PK-8. Located in Dedham, Massachusetts, the school seeks an experienced leader and strategic thinker to serve as the Director of Finance & Operations (DFO). This full-time, exempt position is open July 1, 2027 or sooner.

Reporting to the Head of School, the DFO manages a team of professionals and support staff tasked with financial reporting, budgeting, planning, purchasing, collections, legal compliance, technology infrastructure, risk management and human resources management.

The DFO position requires close collaboration with the Head of School, leadership team, faculty, students, staff, parents, and the Board of Trustees to conduct the present and shape the future of the region's remarkable PK-8 Jewish Independent School.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a key partner to the Head of School, the Director of Finance & Operations serves as the primary authority for all macro- and micro- level financial matters across the school. They must have the ability to analyze the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement of the organization, synthesize it, and provide strategic and operational advice to the Head and Board. They must think as a fiduciary and give advice that incorporates the reality of the financials with a margin of safety. In addition, the DFO is responsible for the following: Provide organizational leadership and collaborate on planning, resource allocation, and operational matters to support the mission and objectives of the school.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and functional expert to the senior team regarding matters of operational growth and the underlying financial strategy and as a member of committees of the Board of Trustees, such as Budget and Finance, Audit, and Investment.
• Provide advice and counsel to the Head of School on matters of importance for the school's health and sustainability regarding human resources, operations, physical plant, technology, financial resource management and risk management.
• Partner with members of the senior team to enable a culture of learning and support for all staff through professional development, opportunities for on-the-job training, learning/stretch assignments. Lead, supervise and articulate all business and financial activities.
• Provide leadership and participate in the development and management of the annual operating budget, with an inclusive and comprehensive budgeting process.

Employ financial analysis and multifaceted modeling to produce strategic financial planning, including sensitivity/scenario analysis, long-range budgets, cash flow management, quarterly and annual financial statements, commentary and forecasting for the Head of School, senior team, Board of Trustees and others.

Collaborate with admissions to develop and administer pathways of affordability to lead the school's annual financial aid program.

Leadership in the task forces on capital improvements and projects requiring significant investment.

Oversight of all areas of risk management, safeguarding the assets of the school including security of all types. Maintain appropriate levels of insurance to protect the property and the potential liabilities of the School. Ensure compliance with all fiduciary and regulatory obligations concerning the school's financial position and holdings.

Serve as the primary contact for auditors, legal counsel, insurance broker, bank and investment institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated capabilities in finance, accounting, human resources and operations in complex organizations with multiple departments and multimillion dollar operating budgets.

Ability to develop, implement, manage and garner support for business systems and processes that support the goals of the school.

Strategic thinking that drives organization efforts.

Ability to deliver on ambitious goals and benchmarks.

Exceptional listening, verbal, written, presentation skills with a trust-building focus and ability to lead collaboratively and through delegation.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Curious, creative and energetic.

Experience in a broad range of financial and investment matters.

Mastery of generally accepted accounting principles and non-profit finances is a plus.

Proficiency with applicable technology, including Microsoft Office and large scale multi-modular databases.

Bachelor's degree is required. Relevant advanced degrees desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Able to sit, stand, type, twist, bend

Able to use telephone and computers The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and professional references to .

Rashi is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Guided by our core values of justice, respect, learning, community, and spirit, and with social justice as a foundational cornerstone of our school, we are committed to building an inclusive community that honors and respects each individual, their varied identities, and their spirit. We seek to listen, learn, and grow together to ensure that we are a place in which all community members can thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, mental disorder, familial status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.