Pine Crest School invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Vice President of Finance and Operations (AVP). This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned, mission-driven financial leader to join one of the nation’s most respected independent schools and to work in close partnership with the Vice President (VP) of Finance and Operations and CFO, Nancy Greene, and Pine Crest’s business office team.  

Pine Crest enters this search from a position of strength—financially stable, operationally sophisticated, and deeply committed to educational excellence. The AVP will play a central role in stewarding the school’s financial operations, strengthening systems and teams, and supporting strategic decision-making across a complex, multi-campus enterprise.  

About Pine Crest School  

Founded in 1934, Pine Crest School is a premier, non-sectarian, coeducational independent school serving more than 2,700 students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12 across two campuses in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, Florida. Widely recognized for academic excellence, outstanding arts and athletics programs, and a strong culture of innovation, Pine Crest is one of the largest and most comprehensive independent schools in the United States.   

Pine Crest’s mission is rooted in developing students of character, independence, and leadership—preparing graduates to thrive in a complex, global future. The school is led by President Dr. Dana Markham, a long-tenured and deeply respected educational leader whose career reflects a profound commitment to students, faculty, and community.     

The Leadership Opportunity  

The AVP of Finance and Operations serves as a senior financial leader of Pine Crest School, reporting to the VP of Finance and Operations. The AVP is responsible for the stewardship, integrity, and continuous improvement of the school’s financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, and financial systems.  

This role is designed for a collaborative, high-caliber leader who thrives in partnership—someone who brings both strategic perspective and operational rigor, and who values working within a strong executive structure. The AVP will be a trusted advisor to Nancy Greene and a key contributor to institutional planning and execution across both campuses.    

Scope of the Role  

The AVP provides leadership across the school’s internal financial functions, including:  

• Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year financial modeling  

• Accounting operations, audit coordination, compliance, and internal controls  

• Financial reporting, data analysis, and decision support for senior leadership  

• Cash flow and treasury management, in partnership with the VP  

• Financial oversight and partnership with Facilities and Auxiliary Programs, including dining services and revenue-generating operations  

• Leadership and development of a high-performing finance team 

• Support for select institutional initiatives and special projects, in partnership with the VP and senior leadership  

The AVP plays a critical role in ensuring that Pine Crest’s financial infrastructure, systems, and practices continue to support a complex institution with clarity, discipline, and foresight.   

The Ideal Candidate  

Pine Crest seeks an AVP of Finance and Operations who is:  

• An experienced financial leader with strong technical expertise and sound judgment  

• A collaborative partner who values transparency, service, and shared leadership  

• Skilled at translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights  

• Comfortable operating in a sophisticated, high-expectations environment  

• Motivated by mission and energized by contributing to a thriving school community  
• CFO experience in complex PK-12 independent schools is highly desirable 

Search Process 

Pine Crest School has engaged NBOA Advisory Services to lead the search for its AVP of Finance and Operations. This search is being conducted in close partnership with the VP of Finance and Operations and CFO, Nancy Greene, and her AVP Search Committee.   

For more information and to apply, visit: 

https://www.nboaadvisoryservices.com/pine-crest-school  

All inquiries, nominations, and questions should be directed in confidence to: 
James Palmieri, CEO and Search Lead 
jpalmieri@nboaadvisoryservices.com

Please do not contact the school directly. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled. Priority will be given to those received by April 24, 2026. Desired start date of July 1, 2026, or soon after. 

About Pine Crest School

NBOA Advisory Services is dedicated to strengthening the financial and operational leadership of independent schools. We aim to empower school leaders to make informed, strategic decisions that enhance financial sustainability and operational efficiency. As a subsidiary of NBOA: Business Leadership for Independent Schools, we provide expert consulting, strategic leadership, and customized business solutions to help schools navigate financial challenges and optimize business operations. We partner with Heads of School and CFOs, and their Boards of Trustees, to ensure financial sustainability and operational integrity. Our mission is to advance business excellence in PK-12 independent schools, through specialized consulting, CFO executive search and placement, financial tools, and a national community of business officers.

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