Chief Financial Officer

Please download the opportunity statement, which contains information about Shanghai American School and the position, as well as required application materials to prepare in advance.  All applications must be submitted online. Please review the How to Apply section below for further application instructions.

SUMMARY

Shanghai American School (SAS) is an English-language day school offering an American curriculum, prekindergarten to grade 12, for expatriate families living in Shanghai, the People’s Republic of China (PRC). SAS is one of the few independent, non-profit, coeducational day schools in Shanghai. SAS is an entity duly registered, licensed and regulated by the Shanghai Civil Affairs Bureau and the Shanghai Education Commission. SAS is governed, however, by the Shanghai American School Association of Parents. Every parent, by virtue of their child’s SAS enrollment, is a member of the Association. SAS has two campuses, one in Pudong (East), one in Puxi (West), each offering a full PK-12 program. Each high school offers a wide range of AP courses, as well as the full IB diploma. SAS is the largest international school in China with over 2,700 students and over 650 faculty and staff members.

SAS seeks a chief financial officer (CFO), to start later this summer. The CFO is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health and integrity of the school. The CFO provides strategic financial guidance, planning, and leadership while ensuring the effective management of the school's financial resources. Reporting directly to the head of school, the CFO plays a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the institution. The CFO oversees two business units (Finance; Purchasing and Contracts), each with a director that supervises managers and other staff that support their respective business units.  This position includes a competitive salary range, plus a generous benefits package that allows for a very comfortable lifestyle and incredible savings potential. SAS values its employees and compensates accordingly.

SAS is open to two options, depending on a candidate's availability: a two-year interim contract (Summer 2024 through Summer 2026) or, preferably, a standard three-year contract (Summer 2024 through Summer 2027 with an option to renew).  When applying for the position, please indicate in your cover letter whether you would prefer a two-year interim contract, a standard three-year contract, or are neutral to either option.  SAS is open to both arrangements and will ultimately select the candidate that presents the best alignment of skills, experience, interest, motivation, and mission-alignment–regardless of which contract that candidate prefers.

By signing with Shanghai American School, you join not only one of the oldest and most reputable international schools in Asia but also become a member of a dynamic and innovative learning community. Anchored in its mission and core values, SAS balances a focus on the distinctive needs of every student with a commitment to world-class learning outcomes. SAS values its diversity and is actively committed to ensuring its behaviors promote equity and inclusion to create a sense of belonging for all members of the SAS community. The strong financial standing of SAS affords a highly competitive compensation and benefits package and allows for a resource-rich learning environment. To lead at SAS is to collaborate, looking to set the standard for an international education that is caring, impactful and forward-driven.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Location: Shanghai, China
Initial contract term: SAS open to two years (interim) or three years (standard)
Applications Accepted Starting: April 1, 2024
Priority Deadline: April 29, 2024
Virtual Interviews by SAS: Early-to-mid May
On-Site Finalist Visits: Late May / Early June
Expected Announcement: June 14, 2024
Start Date: August 2024 (Negotiable)
Reports To: Head of School