Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer at Westminster Christian School will:

• Work collaboratively with the Head of School and Board to shape long-range financial strategy, annual budgets, enrollment-driven forecasting, and multiyear financial models that support mission fulfillment and institutional sustainability.
• Align financial planning with strategic priorities, capital initiatives, and long-term institutional goals, providing clear guidance on financial trade-offs, risks, and opportunities in partnership with the Head of School and Board.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that inform high-impact strategic decisions.
• Provide comprehensive oversight of all financial operations, including accounting, tuition and receivables, cash flow, investments and investment accounts, audits, and internal controls, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and strong fiscal stewardship.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, reporting, and fiduciary requirements, while proactively strengthening systems and controls to support growth and complexity.
• Lead financial risk management efforts, including insurance coverage, internal controls, and financial safeguards, balancing prudent risk mitigation with operational flexibility.
• Review and negotiate significant contracts, leases, and vendor agreements in collaboration with the Head of School and legal counsel, exercising sound judgment and financial discipline.
• Coordinate finance-related legal and compliance matters, supporting the School’s governance responsibilities and long-term risk management.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources Director on compensation and benefits strategy, staffing models, and the financial implications of HR policies and compliance requirements.
• Partner with the Director of Operations on operational budgeting, capital projects, and facilities planning, providing financial insight while respecting clear functional ownership and shared accountability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance office team, building a high-performing, service-oriented function characterized by professionalism, integrity, and clarity.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with Board members, the Finance Committee, auditors, and external partners, serving as a steady and credible financial leader.
• Communicate financial concepts clearly and effectively to non-financial audiences, fostering understanding, trust, and alignment across the School community.

Desired Qualities and Qualifications

Westminster Christian School seeks a Chief Financial Officer who embodies both professional excellence and a deep commitment to the school’s Christ-centered mission. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Active membership in a Protestant church whose doctrine is consistent with the school’s Statement of Belief.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in independent schools, nonprofit organizations, or similarly complex institutions.
• A record of working with boards, finance committees, and senior leadership teams.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to build and lead effective finance teams.
• A high level of integrity, judgement, and discretion.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audits, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with financial systems, accounting software, and data-driven reporting tools.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Westminster Christian School seeks a mission-aligned, visionary financial leader to serve as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), providing creative and forward-thinking leadership in the stewardship of the school’s financial health, sustainability, and fiduciary integrity. In close collaboration with the senior leadership team, the CFO will oversee all aspects of financial management to ensure the continued strength and growth of the school in support of its mission and strategic priorities. This role exists so that Westminster may continue to develop students who serve as ambassadors for Jesus Christ.

Westminster Christian School is in a season of exciting growth and opportunity. The school is uniquely positioned within our community, offering an elite college-preparatory education alongside a deep and intentional commitment to discipling students in their walk with Jesus Christ. Recently, the school acquired additional property that is currently undergoing renovation and development, with new facilities in progress. Looking ahead to the 2026–27 school year, Westminster is expanding enrollment to meet increasing demand and has launched Westbridge, a sister program designed to support students with language-based learning differences through a Christ-centered educational model.

By joining Westminster, this employee will be stepping into an opportunity to serve a growing and deeply committed community of people motivated to shape students into ambassadors for Christ through academic excellence and spiritual formation. This role offers genuine leadership responsibility and the opportunity to contribute creatively and strategically to the continued expansion of Westminster’s mission and vision.

We invite potential applicants to review this opportunity profile and submit their name for consideration. Strong interest in this distinctive leadership role is expected, and a final decision would be ideally made prior to the conclusion of the current school year, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.

If after reviewing this Opportunity Profile you feel that your gifts and experience align with the needs of Westminster Christian School, we invite you to begin the application process. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume combined as a single PDF to hr@wcsmiami.org. Please include the following in your cover letter: Your interest in this position and Westminster Christian School. Your administrative and leadership experience. Your involvement in your local Protestant church. Your enthusiasm for Westminster’s mission and vision, and how you see yourself contributing to the growth and success of the school.