Chief Financial & Operations Officer

Opportunity Statement

Chief Financial & Operations Officer

Ann & Nate Levine Academy

Dallas, Texas

Ann & Nate Levine Academy, an inclusive, dynamic, Jewish day school, seeks a strategic, collaborative and experienced Chief Financial & Operations Officer (CFOO) to serve as a key member of the school leadership team. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the CFOO serves as a close advisor and thought partner to the Head of School, the Board of Trustees and other school leaders to advance the school’s financial sustainability, operational efficiency, strategic planning and long-term priorities. 

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a mission-driven school community during a period of leadership transition. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator with strong organizational skills who enjoys working in a close-knit, creatively energetic environment and prioritizes building strong relationships while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. 

Strategic Leadership

• Assist the Head of School and Board of Trustees in long-range forecasting and strategic planning for the school.
• Ensure strong stewardship of the school’s financial resources in close consultation with the Finance Committee.
• Strive to embody the mission and values of the school and model them to others.
• Partner with the Board’s Capital Campaign leadership team on all facets of architectural, financial, project management, and construction phases.

Financial Operations

• Direct all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, cash management, investment, payroll, recordkeeping and reporting. 
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, capital fund analysis and long-range financial planning.
• Partner with school leadership on tuition setting, financial aid allocation and compensation planning.
• Design, implement, and maintain effective processes and internal controls that support efficiency, transparency and best practices. 
• Oversee and prepare the annual financial audit to ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable nonprofit accounting standards. 
• Collaborate with the advancement team to reconcile all donations and income generating resources.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing business office. 

Facilities Management

• Provide oversight and management of campus operations, maintenance, auxiliary service and on-site vendors.
• Work with the Head of School to develop long-range plans for capital improvements and maintenance to the school campus.
• Oversees the technological infrastructure needs of the school.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing facilities team.

About Ann & Nate Levine Academy

Ann and Nate Levine Academy is a values-focused school providing a nurturing Jewish environment emphasizing excellence in General and Jewish Studies for students in Preschool (3 months) through 8th grade. Levine is an inclusive, dynamic community comprising the full spectrum of Jewish affiliations, the unaffiliated, many nationalities, and a diversity of socio-economic backgrounds. 

Ann and Nate Levine Academy believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. Levine Academy’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

To Apply

Send a cover letter and resume to Anita Lawless, Director of Human Resources, Ann & Nate Levine Academy, 18011 Hillcrest Rd, Dallas, TX 75252