Chief Financial Officer

Match Charter Public School is a free, high-performing charter public school in Boston. We are a PreK-12 school serving up to 1,250 students. Our mission is to prepare students particularly multilingual learners and those who would be the first in their families to earn a college degreefor success in college and careers in order to achieve economic security and mobility. Students gain acceptance to our schools via an annual blind public lottery open to all Boston residents.

Our families bring amazing racial and cultural diversity to the school communitythey represent over 20 different countries of origin with over 20 different languages spoken % of our students are people of color. Our students bring a diversity of needs to our school, and we are prepared to serve them: 23% of our students qualify for special education services; 19% of our student body are English Language Learners.

Matchs core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are working to reframe our organizational processes and policies to be truly anti-racist. At Match, we believe that three aspects of our work and organizationa staff that is diverse by race and other factors, a professional environment that is inclusive of all perspectives, and a curriculum in our PreK-12 school that is culturally competentare vital to our goals and mission.

Position: Chief Financial Officer (Full-time, Exempt)

Location: Boston, MA (215 Forest Hills St., Jamaica Plain)

Start date: Summer, 2026

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting directly to and partnering closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a trusted thought partner and integral member of the senior leadership team. The CFO provides leadership, direction, development and management of the finances and administration of the School and its affiliated entities. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior leader to support the Schools mission to prepare students in grades Pre-K through 12 to succeed in college and beyond.

The position is based at Matchs Network Support Office, located on 215 Forest Hills St. in Jamaica Plain. The annual salary is $153,831 and can be higher based on prior relevant experience.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The CFO will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to manage and provide strategic thinking for both short-term and long-term organizational financial goals, objectives, policies and practices. The CFO will continuously analyze existing financial management systems, internal controls, and processes to ensure efficiency, compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and adherence to nonprofit financial management best practices. In addition to serving as a member of the leadership team, the CFO coordinates the activities of the Finance and Audit Committee.

Strategy, Finance & Budget

• Work closely with the leadership team to translate the overall strategic vision into financial goals and plans.
• Lead the accurate and timely preparation, analysis and presentation of monthly and annual financial reports for all relevant stakeholders, including school leaders, the board and school lender.
• Lead oversight of a $40 million annual operating budget (estimated FY2027). Direct budget development process, current year projection updates and long-range financial forecasting. Drive fiscal accountability throughout the organization by setting clear expectations around budgeting and spending.
• Oversee and direct accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Direct the annual audit process with external auditors.
• Lead team responsible for government grant application, expense tracking and compliance.
• Constantly seek to improve and optimize internal infrastructure by fine tuning processes and and updating systems.
• Direct, develop and implement procedures and systems necessary to maintain proper records and internal accounting controls and services.
• Evaluate and manage relationships with third party vendors and auditing firms.

Administration

• Oversee benefits and payroll administration and ensure state and legal compliance of all human resources systems and processes for employees and contractors.
• Partner with senior leadership on development and implementation of compensation policies.
• Work closely with the legal team on issues that intersect finance/HR and legal functions, including but not limited to contract development and risk management.
• Work closely with the Chief of Human Resources Officer to troubleshoot HR issues as they arise.

Team Management

• Provide a strong day-to-day leadership presence cultivating the values of the organization; supporting a positive, inclusive and engaged work environment for a diverse and talented team.
• Manage a team of 3 direct reports in areas of accounting, budgeting, grant compliance, financial reporting and human resource administration ensuring their work is high…