Staff: Chief Financial Officer
Saint John’s High School
Chief Financial Officer Search
Deadline: April 25, 2025
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts | www.stjohnshigh.org
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts | www.stjohnshigh.org
MISSION
A Saint John’s Catholic education is rooted in the commitment of the Xaverian Brothers to bring Christ to life in young men. Our students develop a love of learning through a college preparatory academic and co-curricular program embracing both tradition and innovation. Saint John's fosters the formation of the whole person: spiritual, social, physical, intellectual, creative, and aesthetic.
We call our community to live out the Xaverian values of zeal, humility, simplicity, trust, and compassion. Saint John’s creates an atmosphere of interdependence, respect, inclusion, and personal responsibility in a community where we mutually help, encourage, and edify each other to develop relationships that transcend time. We aim to send forth young men who will use their God-given talents to transform their community, their nation, and their world.
In the tradition of its Xaverian founders, Saint John's High School is committed to providing opportunities for families in need, students from a diversity of backgrounds, and for the poor and marginalized.
ABOUT SAINT JOHN’S HIGH SCHOOL
Saint John's High School, located in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, is a Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for boys in grades 7-12. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 academic year is 900 students, representing more than 70 cities/towns within Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Known for its commitment to forming well-rounded young men, Saint John's offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum alongside a strong emphasis on spiritual and moral development, inspired by the values of humility, trust, simplicity, compassion, and zeal. The school provides a transformative experience by nurturing students' spiritual, intellectual, physical, and creative growth. Saint John's has a vibrant campus life that includes 17 athletic teams, over 50 extracurricular activities, and numerous opportunities for community service, encouraging students to embrace their faith while preparing them for success in competitive colleges and universities.
ABOUT SAINT JOHN’S HIGH SCHOOL
Saint John's High School, located in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, is a Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for boys in grades 7-12. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 academic year is 900 students, representing more than 70 cities/towns within Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Known for its commitment to forming well-rounded young men, Saint John's offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum alongside a strong emphasis on spiritual and moral development, inspired by the values of humility, trust, simplicity, compassion, and zeal. The school provides a transformative experience by nurturing students' spiritual, intellectual, physical, and creative growth. Saint John's has a vibrant campus life that includes 17 athletic teams, over 50 extracurricular activities, and numerous opportunities for community service, encouraging students to embrace their faith while preparing them for success in competitive colleges and universities.
A hallmark of Saint John's is its deep-rooted sense of community and commitment to diversity. The school represents 35% students of color and approximately 40% of the student body receives financial assistance. Saint John’s High School fosters an inclusive environment where boys from different backgrounds thrive. More than 97% of graduates annually matriculate into four-year colleges and universities. Central to the Saint John’s experience is the "brotherhood" that bonds students, forming supportive and enduring relationships with peers, faculty, and mentors. This community spirit, combined with academic excellence and a focus on leadership, shapes young men who are prepared to make a positive impact on the world. The school’s modern facilities, including a state-of-the-art performing arts center and a robust engineering program, ensure that students have the resources to explore their passions and realize their full potential.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Saint John’s High School is responsible for the overall financial leadership and management of the school. This includes providing timely and accurate financial reporting, ensuring the integrity of all accounting information, and overseeing the school’s annual audit process.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Saint John’s High School is responsible for the overall financial leadership and management of the school. This includes providing timely and accurate financial reporting, ensuring the integrity of all accounting information, and overseeing the school’s annual audit process.
Beyond financial oversight, the CFO has management responsibilities for several operational areas. Responsibilities include managing all human resources functions, assisting with the administration of student financial aid, overseeing buildings and grounds, information technology, and revenue-generating auxiliary services. The CFO has a total of five direct reports including the Director of Information Technology, the Director of Buildings and Grounds, the Director of Financial Aid, and a three-person business office team.
The CFO will regularly prepare and present financial reports to the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and Board committees, providing analysis and guidance to support strategic decision-making. In addition, the CFO interacts with a broad range of stakeholders, including donors, prospective donors, parents, and prospective families, representing the school’s financial interests and priorities.
The CFO will regularly prepare and present financial reports to the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and Board committees, providing analysis and guidance to support strategic decision-making. In addition, the CFO interacts with a broad range of stakeholders, including donors, prospective donors, parents, and prospective families, representing the school’s financial interests and priorities.
The CFO reports directly to the Head of School and is a key member of the administrative leadership team. Specific responsibilities and essential job functions will be discussed in detail with candidates during the interview process.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
The successful candidate is committed to Catholic education and will be able to demonstrate that he or she has a proven track record of integrity, flexibility, collaboration, and transparency in the workplace. He or she should have a customer service orientation, be a creative problem solver, and be able to make effective presentations.
- At a minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Management, Accounting, or a related field.
- At least five years of experience in a financial/Accounting leadership role. Comfort and experience working in an environment with great attention to the stewardship of resources.
- A pre-employment background check will be conducted on the successful candidate, including a criminal history check, and confirmation of prior employment and educational background.
- Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles applicable to educational institutions and experience preparing financial statements in accordance therewith.
ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- One or more advanced degrees in a related discipline, such as accounting, finance, business, or non-profit management.
- One or more professional certifications such as a CPA or similar credentials.
- Direct experience in non-profit accounting and management is preferred
- Experience with preparing audited financial statements.
- Experience in managing the Human Resources function.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary will be competitive with schools and other non-profits of a similar size. In addition to common employee benefits including health insurance subsidized by Saint John’s and a 403(b) plan, the school also provides a generous tuition remission program for children of employees.
TO APPLY:
All applications will remain confidential through first-round interviews. Review of applications begins immediately and will conclude on Friday, April 25, 2025.
The start date for the position is June 15, 2025 - or earlier subject to the candidate’s availability.
Interested candidates are to submit, electronically, the following materials:
- Cover letter and Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- List of 3 references. Please note that references will only be contacted once an applicant has reached finalist standing to preserve applicant confidentiality.
The start date for the position is June 15, 2025 - or earlier subject to the candidate’s availability.
Interested candidates are to submit, electronically, the following materials:
- Cover letter and Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- List of 3 references. Please note that references will only be contacted once an applicant has reached finalist standing to preserve applicant confidentiality.
Materials are to be addressed to the “Saint John’s High School CFO Search Committee” and sent electronically, as one PDF file, to:
Patrick Slattery, Ed.D
Executive Director Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools
pjslattery@xbss.org
Patrick Slattery, Ed.D
Executive Director Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools
pjslattery@xbss.org
443-939-0124
If you do not receive an email to verify the submission within 24 hours, please call Patrick Slattery directly.
If you do not receive an email to verify the submission within 24 hours, please call Patrick Slattery directly.
Saint John's High School
Saint John’s High School has educated young men under the sponsorship of the Xaverian Brothers since 1898. Through the Saint John’s strong college preparatory curriculum, over 900 students in grades seven through twelve pursue personal and intellectual growth in an environment that is committed to the development of the whole person and recognizes a moral dimension of life through service to God and to others.