Head of Operations & Business Management

Head of Operations and Finance

Holy Cross Academy; Full-Time; Head Principal (Academics & School Culture)

The Head of Operations and Finance serves as the senior finance, fundraising, and operational leader of the school, responsible for ensuring the effective, mission-aligned management of all non-academic functions. Working in close partnership with the Head Principal, the Head of Operations and Finance supports the vitality and sustainability of the school by overseeing business operations, finance, facilities, enrollment operations, fundraising, human resources, and marketing initiatives.

The Head of Operations and Finance must be a committed, practicing Catholic in good standing who understands and supports the mission of Catholic education. The candidate must be able to articulate how fundraising and operational excellence supports the spiritual and academic formation of students.

Provide operational insight and data to inform long-term planning and sustainability.

Lead operational goal setting and monitor progress toward key performance indicators.

Serve as a visible, professional presence within the school community.

Financial Management

Work with the Head Principal to develop and manage the annual operating budget.

In collaboration with the Business Manager, work with the Archdiocese Shared Accounting group to enter the annual budget, create monthly financial reports, and work through variances with the Finance Committee of the Board.

Oversee tuition management, financial aid processes, and revenue planning.

Monitor cash flow, expenditures, and financial reporting.

Ensure compliance with Archdiocesan financial policies and procedures.

Lead audit preparation and financial transparency initiatives.

Grant writing and fundraising

Personnel Operations

Serve as direct supervisor to the Business Manager, Communications Coordinator, custodial staff, nurses, bus drivers, and food service.

Facilities & Campus Operations

Oversee maintenance, safety, and capital improvement planning & implementation.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.

Enrollment & Advancement Operations

Own and manage development efforts, fundraising logistics, and donor stewardship systems.

Promote the Academy’s achievements and initiatives to the broader community to enhance reputation and visibility.

Deep understanding of and commitment to Catholic education.

Strong background in finance, business management, nonprofit administration, or operations.

Experience building systems/processes that improve efficiency and accountability.

Skilled in budgeting, financial forecasting, and data analysis.

Experience overseeing facilities or multi-department operations preferred.

Ability to lead fundraising efforts, including strong written communication skills for grant writing.

Personal Qualities

Committed to long-term institutional health, not short-term fixes.

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in business, finance, nonprofit management, or related field preferred.

5+ years of leadership experience in business, nonprofit, parish, or school administration.

Demonstrated experience managing budgets and supervising staff.