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Suffield Academy has engaged DovetailED Talent Sourcing to assist in hiring its next Chief Financial Officer.  As a close partner to the Head of School, the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for all of Suffield Academy’s financial, administrative, and operational aspects. Engaging across all functions in the organization, the CFO directly manages the school’s financial operations, information technology, human resources, facilities, dining services, legal affairs and risk management, auxiliary programs, the school store, as well as the campus health, safety, and security functions and the personnel leading these areas. The Chief Financial Officer directly supports the mission and values of the school by ensuring its financial health and providing conspicuous leadership within the school and broader community.

In support of the governance and fiduciary responsibilities of the Board of Trustees, the Chief Financial Officer will serve as a staff liaison to Board committees and provide timely and accurate analysis and reporting. The CFO works directly with the Head of School to craft and execute on the school’s operating budget and strategic financial planning, organizational structure, administrative tools and systems, and business decision-making.

A full opportunity statement is available here.  Applicants should send cover letter, resume, and list of references to Zack Lehman, President of DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com.  

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to a master's degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field.
• Experience/knowledge of independent schools, and particularly boarding schools, is extremely beneficial.
• At least five years of experience in a CFO, Controller, or Business Manager role preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and a strong working knowledge of business accounting policies, procedures, practices, and financial software programs, such as Blackbaud and other accounting software.
• The ability to work effectively with trustees, faculty, staff, and external constituents.
• Experience working with external auditors, implementing internal controls, and managing compliance-related issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage personnel with diverse backgrounds and execute all duties with demonstrated sensitivity, and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, and ethnic backgrounds.