Chief Operating and Financial Officer

About the school

Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in the college town of Charlottesville, Va., our 900+ students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we aspire to educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders.

As a member of our school community, you'd be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contributing to a community of purpose and belonging. Those who thrive e’s-Belfield are people who, as outlined in our Portrait of a Graduate, pursue knowledge to generate impact, seek to engage diverse perspectives and practices, engage in reflection, demonstrate moral character and integrity, and work to understand and meet the needs of the community.

Our two beautiful campuses on 55 acres serve as vibrant hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. This is perfectly complemented by our location in Charlottesville, one of the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S., as recognized by National Geographic and Outside Magazine. Opportunities abound to connect with nature, enjoy arts and culture, engage with the University of Virginia, only one mile away, and explore American history both within our region or Richmond (one hour by car) and Washington, D.C. (two hours by car).

If you're looking for a dynamic learning environment where your contributions help spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield. We e's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, staff members, and coaches to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.

St. Anne’s-Belfield School seeks a strategically oriented and experienced financial and business leader to fill the key position of Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COFO). The COFO will work closely with the Head of School in support of the school’s mission, vision, and values. The COFO oversees the organization, management, and implementation of the school's comprehensive business, financial, and investment initiatives.

The COFO is a key member of the Senior Administrative Leadership Team (SALT) that oversees the day-to-day operation of the school, as well as the “big picture” issues and ambitious plans that outline St. Anne’s-Belfield’s future.

The COFO ensures that the institution’s people and programs benefit from access to ample resources, that current and future projects are well-funded and well-managed, and that St. Anne’s-Belfield School considers both mission and financial sustainability in all its decisions. Proficiency with accounting systems and effective data management and analysis to support innovation and efficiency across the organization is critical to effectiveness in this role.

In addition, the successful candidate must have demonstrated leadership in implementing change and fostering a high level of teamwork and customer service, while embracing both diversity and technological advancement.

The COFO supervises the Controller, and the Directors of Auxiliary Services, Facilities, Human Resources, and Information Technology. In addition, the COFO's responsibilities encompass the management of contracted services, including Dining, Housekeeping and Security. The COFO serves as the school’s fiscal and fiduciary officer, responsible for issuing financial and management statements and reports.

• Bachelor’s degree is required; an M.B.A. and/or a master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
• Eight years of work experience in a financial and business leadership position.
• A strong commitment to education, a high level of integrity, an extraordinary work ethic, and an interest in serving as a mentor and positive role model.
• Strong background in financial systems, modeling and forecasting, budgeting, investing, cash and risk management, and the establishment of effective financial controls.
• Experience in support services…