Director of Finance & Operations

The Country School is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and experienced Director of Finance & Operations to serve as a key member of the senior leadership team. Reporting directly to the Head of School, this individual provides leadership across finance, operations, human resources, facilities, and risk management while helping ensure the long-term sustainability and mission alignment of the school.

The Director of Finance & Operations oversees the school’s financial strategy and daily business operations, leads operational planning and systems improvement initiatives, and partners closely with school leadership on budgeting, enrollment forecasting, compensation planning, and strategic decision-making. This role also works collaboratively with admissions, advancement, communications, and academic leadership to support the overall health and success of the school community. Additionally, the Director of Finance & Operations collaborates closely with the Board of Trustees Finance Committee Chair.

The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and solutions-oriented leader who communicates effectively with varied audiences, builds strong relationships across the community, and brings sound judgment, integrity, and operational excellence to the role. Start Date is July 1, 2026.

Finance, Strategy, Planning & Operations

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the school’s financial operations and long-range financial sustainability.
• Lead the development, administration, and monitoring of the annual operating budget and multi-year financial planning process.
• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and cash flow analyses for the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and Finance Committee.
• Partner with school leadership on enrollment forecasting, tuition strategy, compensation planning, and other strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the administration of the school’s facilities, human resources, and risk management functions.
• Develop and implement operational systems and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with school leadership to identify and address operational and financial risks.

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and operations leadership roles.
• Proven track record of financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with financial software and systems, including budgeting and forecasting tools.