Chief Finance and Operations Officer Job at The Frances Xavier Warde School, Chicago, IL

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  • The Frances Xavier Warde School
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Position Title: Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO)

DOL Status: Full-Time

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Head of School (HOS)

Effective Date: January 12, 2025

Position Overview

The Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) at The Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW) is a critical leadership role tasked with supporting the school’s mission and interfaith values. The CFOO is responsible for the strategic and operational management of financial and administrative functions, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring operational excellence across departments.

Primary Responsibilities

Financial Reporting, Accounting, and Controls

  • Oversee the Controller in preparing monthly financial statements for FXW and an affiliated foundation—Children at the Crossroads (CATC).
  • Coordinate with the Controller annual financial statements and Form 990 tax filings and serve as the liaison for auditors.
  • Manage compliance reports and filings, including DASL and NBOA submissions.
  • Direct budget preparation, including CAPEX budgets, and ensure financial forecasting aligns with school needs.
  • Oversee daily cash management activities and cash-flow planning in collaboration with the HOS.
  • Oversee the Controller to maintain financial policies, chart of accounts, and internal controls, while driving automation and process improvements.

Risk and Compliance

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for incident reporting, insurance policies, and legal compliance.
  • Review contracts and collaborate with legal counsel as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

Facilities Management

  • Collaborate with the Facilities Committee on multi-year CAPEX planning and vendor selection processes.
  • Oversee contracts, leases, and compliance with facilities expectations.
  • Supervise the Facilities Director and custodial staff.

Security Operations

  • Supervise the Security Operations Director in hiring, training, and ensuring compliance with Archdiocese requirements.
  • Coordinate security guidelines and ensure adequate campus coverage.
  • Monitor and update the Emergency Operating Plan annually coordinating with the Director of Education.

Key Relationships

The CFOO will work closely with:

  • Board of Trustees: Finance, Facilities, and Investment Committees.
  • Human Resources
  • Direct Reports: Finance, IT, Facilities, and Security teams.
  • Internal and External Stakeholders: Principals, staff, vendors, contractors, and church staff.

Compensation and Benefits

FXW offers a competitive salary and robust benefits program, commensurate with experience and consistent with independent schools.

Expected compensation for this role includes a salary within the range of $125,000 - $205,000.

If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. FXW is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life & Disability
    • Short –Term Disability
    • Long- Term Disability
    • Basic Life & AD&D
    • Voluntary Life & AD&D
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Financial Wellness
    • FSA
    • Commuter Benefits
    • 403B Retirement Savings
  • Wellbeing & Balance
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Mental Health Resources

Mission Statement

The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school that delivers an excellent academic and values-based education in an urban environment. The school provides need-based scholarships to 30% of its students, fosters faith development, and encourages respect for all traditions.

Non-Discrimination Policy

FXW is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining a diverse and exceptional team. The school does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses and complies with all applicable laws.

Learn More

Click here ( HERE ) to learn more about The Frances Xavier Warde School.

To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to contact hr@fxw.org or visit fxw.org/careers.

    • A cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position.
    • A current résumé.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Education: Master’s degree in accounting or active CPA certification required.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting and management experience.
    • Experience in a nonprofit or independent school setting preferred.
  • Technical Skills:
    • In-depth knowledge of GAAP and computerized accounting systems (Veracross preferred).
    • Strong analytical skills and expertise in designing and monitoring internal controls.
  • Leadership Skills:
    • Proven ability to drive change collaboratively and inclusively.
    • Strong relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.

About The Frances Xavier Warde School

The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago that provides an excellent academic, values-oriented education to students of all ethnic, religious, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a child-centered urban environment. As a keystone of its diverse community, The Frances Xavier Warde School provides need-based scholarships to thirty percent of its students. The Frances Xavier Warde School partners with its families, nurtures faith development for its Catholic students, and engages all its students to learn about and respect other faith traditions. The Frances Xavier Warde School uses a rigorous curriculum that enables students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit.

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