Mirman School invites nominations and applications for the position of Chief
Financial Officer (CFO). This is a compelling opportunity for a strategic and
collaborative financial leader to join a nationally recognized independent school
dedicated to highly gifted learners at a moment of institutional strength, growth, and
future-oriented planning.
The CFO is the school’s senior financial leader and a key member of the executive
leadership team, serving as a trusted strategic partner to the Head of School, Dr.
Marina Kheel, and working closely with the Board of Trustees and its Finance and Audit
and Facilities Committees, as well as faculty and staff. The CFO provides leadership
across financial strategy, business operations, facilities, human resources, and risk
management—ensuring the school’s long-term financial sustainability, operational
effectiveness, and alignment with its distinctive mission.
This role offers meaningful visibility, influence, and partnership within a mission-driven
organization known for its academic rigor, innovative approach to teaching and learning,
and deep commitment to supporting the whole child. At a time marked by a
transformational campus expansion, a new strategic plan in development, and
continued investment in programmatic excellence, the CFO will play a central role in
helping to shape and steward Mirman’s next chapter.
Primary Areas of Responsibility
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead the development and execution of the school’s financial strategy in alignment with its mission and long-term priorities
- Direct the annual operating and capital budgeting processes in partnership with the Head of School and the Board’s Finance and Audit Committee
- Develop multi-year financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making
- Provide clear, actionable financial insights to the executive leadership team and Board of Trustees
Operational and Organizational Leadership
- Oversee finance, human resources, facilities, and campus safety functions
- Provide leadership for talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational development
- Lead the business office team, and foster a collaborative, inclusive, and service-oriented culture across operational teams
Facilities and Capital Planning
- Lead long-term planning for the school’s campus and physical plant, including development and implementation of a comprehensive campus master plan
- Oversee capital projects, deferred maintenance, and campus improvements
- Serve as liaison to the Board’s Facilities Committee and be a key partner in aligning facilities planning with institutional priorities
Governance, Risk, and Stewardship
- Partner closely with the Finance and Audit Committees of the Board of Trustees
- Oversee audit, compliance, risk management, and internal controls
- Ensure the integrity and sustainability of the school’s financial and operational systems
About Mirman School
Founded in 1962 and located in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles, Mirman
School is a nationally recognized K–8 independent school serving approximately 430
students across 71 zip codes and dedicated exclusively to educating highly gifted
learners. The school’s mission is to cultivate the boundless potential of each student,
nurture their passions and talents, and develop a diverse community of creative and
constructive lifelong learners.
Mirman is distinguished by its commitment to educating the whole child—balancing
advanced academics with social-emotional learning, character development, and
experiential, project-based opportunities. Students are encouraged to take intellectual
risks, explore their passions, and develop the skills needed to thrive as thoughtful,
innovative leaders in a rapidly changing world. Innovation is central to the Mirman
experience.
Qualifications
Professional Qualifications
- Proven experience in senior-level financial and operational leadership role in a nonprofit setting, preferably in an independent school
- Deep expertise in financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and long-range modeling
- Experience overseeing audits, compliance, and financial systems
- Experience leading or partnering on human resources and operational functions
- Ability to manage complex projects, external relationships, and multiple institutional priorities
- A bachelor’s degree, advanced degree, and/or professional credentials (CPA, MBA, or similar) are preferred.
Leadership and Personal Qualities
- Strategic thinker who can translate financial data into clear and actionable insights
- Collaborative leader who builds trust across diverse stakeholders
- Clear and effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Hands-on, service-oriented approach to leadership and problem-solving
- Adaptable and forward-thinking, with a commitment to continuous improvement
- Appreciation for the mission of a school serving highly gifted learners and a commitment to supporting the whole child
Search Process
Mirman School has engaged NBOA Advisory Services to lead the search for its next
Chief Financial Officer. This search is being conducted in close partnership with Head of
School Dr. Marina Kheel and her CFO Search Committee.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Mirman School actively seeks to enhance diversity and inclusion, and is an equal
opportunity employer. Mirman School encourages applications from persons of color,
women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed,
disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
Mirman School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national
origin, or any other protected category in the creation or implementation of its admission
policies, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, or any
other school-administered program, service or privilege.
