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OUR PURPOSE & IMPACT

The Mind Trust is a nonprofit organization based in Indianapolis, dedicated to creating an educational system that ensures every student has access to high quality education – no exceptions. We achieve this by fostering a supportive environment through policy advocacy, community engagement, and empowering talented educators to establish new schools. Additionally, we support existing schools in attracting and retaining exceptional talent. Since our founding in 2006, we’ve launched 51 schools and 15 education nonprofits and placed over 1,800 educators and school leaders in classrooms across Indianapolis.

WHO WE ARE & HOW WE WORK

At The Mind Trust, we operate in a dynamic, results-driven culture that prioritizes collaboration and flexibility. We are a nonprofit that invests in public education to transform lives and increase academic achievement in Indianapolis, across Indiana, and beyond. This includes managing student-centered programming, growing new high-quality public charter schools, supporting existing schools and educators, and engaging the community in every region we serve. Everything we do aims to create a positive impact on student learning because we believe all students, regardless of background or income, deserve an education that helps them meet their full potential in life.

OUR APPROACH TO TALENT & GROWTH

We believe in fostering a high-capacity team that aligns with our mission and values to drive transformational educational outcomes. Our culture encourages team members to bring their authentic selves to work, fostering a sense of belonging and care for one another. Empowered and self-driven, our leaders operate with autonomy and commitment to continuous learning and growth. We invest in professional development, promoting innovation and curiosity as we strive for excellence in our mission.

YOUR IMPACT

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a strategic and operational leader responsible for safeguarding the financial health, integrity, and sustainability of The Mind Trust. The CFO ensures sound financial management, compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, and strong internal controls that reflect the organization’s values of transparency and accountability. This role provides strategic financial insight to the CEO and Board of Directors supporting informed decision-making that advances The Mind Trust’s mission. The CFO also mentors and develops financial and operational leaders within The Mind Trust, promotes operational excellence, and fosters collaboration between finance, programs, and development teams to ensure resources are effectively stewarded to achieve lasting impact.

HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED

Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, overseeing execution of efforts to ensure financial viability, sustainability, and excellent stewardship of funds.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement within The Mind Trust’s Finance and Operations team.
• Mentor and develop leaders within the Finance and Operations team, promoting shared learning and alignment with The Mind Trust’s mission and values.
• Model ethical leadership and collaboration, ensuring that financial stewardship reflects The Mind Trust’s commitment to transparency, inclusion, and excellence.
• Develop and deliver timely, data-driven insights and analysis to guide decision-making by the CEO, Board of Directors, and the executive leadership team.
• Advise on the financial implications of contracts, partnerships, and new initiatives, ensuring prudent risk management and alignment with strategic goals.
• Support The Mind Trust’s development and national partnership teams by providing financial expertise, strategic modeling, and guidance to ensure sustainable growth and impact.
• Participate actively in executive leadership meetings, contributing to cross-functional planning, organizational learning, and strategic discussions.
• Make recommendations for financial implications and feasibility of proposed and potential strategies.

Financial Management

Outside Counsel and Contracts

Development Responsibilities

Board of Directors Management

Staff Management

Perform additional duties, as assigned

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

Essential Skills, Experience, & Attributes

operations.

WHAT WE OFFER

At The Mind Trust, we support and prioritize the wellbeing and development of our team members. As part of our commitment to our employees, we offer a wide range of robust benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, which might include but are not limited to, remaining stationary for extended periods, occasional movement throughout the department, and occasional transport of objects weighing less than 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to communicate to exchange accurate information with others.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Mind Trust is committed to equal employment principles and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. The terms and conditions of the employment relationship with all worksite employees are to be nondiscriminatory – without regard to age, race, physical characteristics historically associated with race, color, national origin or immigration status, citizenship, work authorization status or the period of such a status, ancestry, sex, gender, reproductive health decision making, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, HIV testing status, status as a victim of a crime or violence, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, or any other protected category or class that may be applicable to a candidate or employee.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to The Mind Trust’s CEO, Brandon Brown at careers@themindtrust.org.

To learn more about The Mind Trust, visit themindtrust.org.