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Regional Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job description

This is a remote position.

Who We Are

Affinitas Education partners with schools to help them do what they do best: support students and educators. Working alongside leadership teams, Affinitas provides strategic guidance, practical resources, and access to expertise that strengthens school communities and fosters meaningful learning environments. Committed to delivering high-quality, student-centered education across diverse communities, Affinitas prioritizes long-term sustainability, responsible growth, and operational excellence in service of students, families, and educators.



About the Opportunity

The Regional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key executive leader responsible for ensuring the financial health, sustainability, and scalability of the network. This role oversees financial strategy and operations for a portfolio of schools across the United States and Canada, supporting their growth and long-term success. The CFO combines strong fiscal discipline with a practical understanding of school operations, ensuring financial resources are strategically aligned to advance academic outcomes and maximize organizational impact.


This role is remote, with frequent travel to school locations within the U.S. and Canada.



What You Will Be Doing

  • Provide strategic financial leadership aligned with the organization’s mission and long-term educational goals

  • Oversee regional accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

  • Ensure compliance with U.S. and applicable international financial, regulatory, and audit requirements

  • Partner closely with school leaders and central office teams to support day-to-day operations and long-range planning

  • Manage financial performance across multiple schools within a broader international network

  • Establish and maintain strong financial controls, systems, and policies

  • Support school growth initiatives, expansions, and new campus launches

  • Present clear, data-driven financial insights to executive leadership and governance bodies



Required Qualifications

  • Mandatory experience in K–12 school operations (private, international, or education networks)

  • Strong accounting background with senior-level financial leadership experience

  • Demonstrated success managing finances for multi-site and/or international organizations

  • Ability to operate effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

  • Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

  • Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the U.S. and Canada


Start Timeline

  • For immediate hire



Requirements


  • Mandatory experience in K–12 school operations (private, international, or education networks)

  • Strong accounting background with senior-level financial leadership experience

  • Demonstrated success managing finances for multi-site and/or international organizations

  • Ability to operate effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

  • Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

  • Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the U.S. and Canada

  • Must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada ( U.S. location preferred)



Benefits

Compensation & Benefits


  • Base Salary: $275,000 – $300,000, commensurate with experience

  • Incentive Compensation: Performance-based bonus

  • Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

  • Competitive paid time off and travel support




Salary: $275,000-$300,000

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