Chief Operations Officer

Overview

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, has been retained by an independent school in Miami, Florida to find their next Chief Operations Officer (COO).

The school seeks an experienced and strategic-minded professional to serve as the Chief Operations Officer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep the Head of School apprised of all business, operational matters.
• Responsible for all business aspects of the school, including facilities, risk management, human resources, information technology, and other assigned operational functions. Focus on strategic and financial planning, maintain fiscal discipline, and oversee capital projects to ensure proper administration.
• Lead and manage financial and business office operations of the school, including accounting, accounts payable, revenue and collections, and internal controls.
• Oversee, lead, supervise, and evaluate the Controller, Accounts Payable and Office Manager, Senior Staff Accountant-Revenue, Director of Human Resources, Director of Facilities, Security and School Resource Officer, Health Room personnel, Director of Technology, Chef and Director of Food Services, and field trip transportation handled by the School Administrative Assistant.
• Mentor staff, especially those performing budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and facility management.
• Collect, analyze, and / or interpret financial or operational information to include trend analysis and identify gaps and / or opportunities for new business initiatives.
• Advise and prepare written materials for the Head of School and Administration on topics of finance and facility operation; recommend financial strategies, objectives, benchmarks, and metrics in support of leadership goals and strategic plans.
• Manage and oversee payroll and human resources in concert with PECF staff, including policies and procedures, regulatory compliance, benefits, retirement plans, occupational health and safety, documentation, and employee support.
• Act as Project Manager on special interdepartmental projects; identify project tasks; oversee project budget; conduct cost analysis; act as liaison with vendors and ensure compliance with best practices.
• Review and administer all contracts for the School.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including safety and energy, Health Room, information technology, facility repairs and maintenance, and custodial services.
• Manage third parties including food services, facilities, design and construction consultants and / or others as required.
• Maintain business relationships with consultants, vendors, and colleagues at other schools.

Preferred Qualifications

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