The Little School seeks a Director of
Finance and Operations (DFO) to join our
leadership team and help shape the future
of our vibrant learning community.
You are a strategic thinker with a passion
for operational excellence and financial
stewardship. As DFO, you will be the
backbone of our school’s financial health
and operational success—overseeing
finance, human resources, facilities, risk
management, and technology. You’ll
work closely with the Head of School and
Board to ensure long-term sustainability
and contribute to strategic planning that
supports our mission and vision. You’ll also
collaborate deeply with a high-quality
administrative team that cares about the
school and each other.
This is a role for a collaborative leader who
thrives on both big-picture strategy and
hands-on execution.

Financial Leadership: Manage all accounting functions, cash flow, investments, and
capital project budgets. Prepare and present financial reports to leadership and the
Board.
• Budgeting & Strategy: Develop annual budgets, provide long-range financial planning,
and support strategic initiatives.
• Compliance & Audit: Oversee audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance.
• Operations Oversight: Lead HR functions, risk management, and supervise technology
and facilities teams.
• Team Leadership: Directly manage a talented operations team and foster a collaborative,
mission-aligned culture.
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships across the school community and align
decisions with our values

Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:
employment@thelittleschool.org

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA, MPA, or CPA preferred).
• 10+ years of financial leadership experience, ideally in nonprofit or education settings.
• Expertise in nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and compliance.
• Strong supervisory experience and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• A commitment to collaboration and learning in service of the school.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Online. Experience with Blackbaud a plus.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.