Mission-Driven CFO/COO for Education Foundation

Harvey Hohauser & Associates - Retained Executive Search; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Hohauser & Associates – Retained Executive Search is seeking a mission-aligned CFO/COO for a Detroit-based nonprofit that advances educational excellence and faith-informed character across six schools.

The senior leader will oversee finance, operations, and partnerships, report to the President/CEO, and guide long‑term sustainability while working with a charter management partner and a dedicated board.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years leadership experience in finance and operations in mission-driven organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for financial stewardship and operational excellence.
• Partner with CEO, charter management leadership, and boards to advance sustainability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls.
• Strengthen financial infrastructure including HR, IT, facilities, and grant management.
• Build strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Nonprofit accounting

Board reporting

Grants management

Strategic planning

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/related field

MBA/advanced degree preferred

CPA/CFA or similar certification a plus

Job description

Harvey Hohauser & Associates – Retained Executive Search is seeking a mission-aligned CFO/COO for a Detroit-based nonprofit that advances educational excellence and faith-informed character across six schools.

The senior leader will oversee finance, operations, and partnerships, report to the President/CEO, and guide long‑term sustainability while working with a charter management partner and a dedicated board.