Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Confidential, Howell, MI, United States
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
About the Company
Thriving multi-site business university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1883
Employees
201-500
Categories
- Education
- Ann Arbor
- Colleges & Universities
Specialties
- Online and On Campus
- Small Class Sizes
- Personalized Attention
- Financial Aid
- Career Services
- MBA Degrees
- BBA Degrees
- Certificates
- Transfer/Prior Learning Credit
- Veteran Friendly
- International Students
- and Athletics
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its dynamic and growing institution. The CFO will serve as a trusted partner, providing strategic financial leadership and executive-level guidance for all financial aspects of the organization. This includes overseeing all budgets, accounting, financial analysis, and reporting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and working closely with auditors. The successful candidate will also be responsible for tax reporting activities, developing and implementing financial standards, policies, and procedures, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance with IRS and state requirements. Applicants for the CFO position at the company should have a graduate degree in a relevant field and a proven track record in financial management, preferably within an educational or non-profit setting. The role requires a leader who can manage a diverse team, including budget, accounting, student business office, payroll, and risk management/insurance functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in strategic financial planning, and a deep understanding of the financial challenges and opportunities within the education sector. Strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and a commitment to the mission and values of the institution are essential. The CFO will also play a key role in the company's growth and partnership initiatives, making a proactive and innovative approach to financial management a critical aspect of the role.
Hiring Manager Title
President
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
- Finance
- Operations