Chief Financial Officer
Fay School
Southborough, MA · Posted September 30, 2026
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About the job
Southborough, Massachusetts, Fay School seeks a strategic, passionate, and experienced leader, to serve as its next CFO, a position that will commence on June 15, 2027. The next CFO can look forward to working from a position of strength and a strong financial foundation as they help to ensure Fay’s continued financial success. Founded in 1866, Fay School was the first junior boarding school in the United States. With students from kindergarten through grade nine, Fay provides an extraordinary educational experience for a diverse population of students drawn from across the United States and 25 countries. Fay is entering a period of promising change, with strong leadership, a clear appetite for strategy and iteration, and a community deeply invested in the school’s future. Fay is a beloved institution with the potential to be even stronger through sharp planning and strategic financial oversight under the leadership of the next Chief Financial Officer. The CFO is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the school’s financial management, business office operations, human resources, and legal and compliance functions. This position ensures the school’s financial health, integrity, and long-term sustainability. The CFO works closely with the Head of School, sits on the leadership team, and serves as a liaison to the Board of Trustees supporting finance, audit, and governance initiatives. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or higher CPA strongly preferred A strong track record of success in financial management, preferably in an educational or non-profit organization Strong understanding of Human Resource management; SHRM or other HR certification preferred Extensive experience handling legal matters, preferably in an educational or non-profit organization Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills Sound judgement and decision-making skills Effective management skills Technology competencies including insights into use of software and/or AI to create efficiencies
Essential Technology Competencies
Annual budgeting software NAIS DASL, AISNE Pulse Points Google suite: Docs, Sheets, Mail, Calendar Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint Navigating the internal website – MyFay
Essential Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate with spoken and written words Ability to use a computer device with continuous wrist and hand movements on a keyboard, mouse, or other input device
The Full Position Profile contains additional information of note. This is a full-time position that will be performed on campus. This position offers 50% tuition remission, in addition to a generous benefits package.
Evaluation of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until a new Chief Financial Officer is named. Express interest in this role by filling out the Talent Profile Link. Nominations or inquiries can be directed to Susan Kart at Susan.kart@dsgco.com. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.