Chief Financial Officer (2026-2027)

Match Charter Public School is a free, high-performing charter public school in Boston. We are a PreK-12 school serving up to 1,250 students. Our mission is to prepare students—particularly multilingual learners and those who would be the first in their families to earn a college degree—for success in college and careers in order to achieve economic security and mobility.

Students gain acceptance to our schools via an annual blind public lottery open to all Boston residents. Our families bring amazing racial and cultural diversity to the school community—they represent over 20 different countries of origin with over 20 different languages spoken at home. 98% of our students are people of color.

Our students bring a diversity of needs to our school, and we are prepared to serve them: 23% of our students qualify for special education services; 19% of our student body are English Language Learners. Match’s core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are working to reframe our organizational processes and policies to be truly anti-racist.

At Match, we believe that three aspects of our work and organization—a staff that is diverse by race and other factors, a professional environment that is inclusive of all perspectives, and a curriculum in our PreK-12 school that is culturally competent—are vital to our goals and mission. , Jamaica Plain) Start date: Summer, 2026 ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Reporting directly to and partnering closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a trusted thought partner and integral member of the senior leadership team. The CFO provides leadership, direction, development and management of the finances and administration of the School and its affiliated entities.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior leader to support the School’s mission to prepare students in grades Pre-K through 12 to succeed in college and beyond. The position is based at Match’s Network Support Office, located on 215 Forest Hills St. in Jamaica Plain.

The annual salary is $153,831 and can be higher based on prior relevant experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The CFO will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to manage and provide strategic thinking for both short-term and long-term organizational financial goals, objectives, policies and practices. The CFO will continuously analyze existing financial management systems, internal controls, and processes to ensure efficiency, compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and adherence to nonprofit financial management best practices. In addition to serving as a member of the leadership team, the CFO coordinates the activities of the Finance and Audit Committee.

Strategy, Finance Budget Work closely with the leadership team to translate the overall strategic vision into financial goals and plans. Lead the accurate and timely preparation, analysis and presentation of monthly and annual financial reports for all relevant stakeholders, including school leaders, the board and school lender. Lead oversight of a ~$40 million annual operating budget (estimated FY2027).

Direct budget development process, current year projection updates and long-range financial forecasting. Drive fiscal accountability throughout the organization by setting clear expectations around budgeting and spending. Oversee and direct accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Direct the annual audit process with external auditors. Lead team responsible for government grant application, expense tracking and compliance. Constantly seek to improve and optimize internal infrastructure by fine tuning processes and and updating systems.

Direct, develop and implement procedures and systems necessary to maintain proper records and internal accounting controls and services.