Chief Financial Officer, Vice President for Finance & Administration

Chief Financial Officer, Vice President for Finance & Administration

About the Company

Prestigious public university

Industry
Education Management

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1867

Employees
501-1000

Categories

• Education
• Colleges & Universities
• Services
• Training

About the Role

The Company is seeking a CFO/Vice President for Finance and Administration to join its Executive Leadership Team. The successful candidate will serve as the senior officer, responsible for strategic financial management, budgeting, and forecasting. This role involves acting as the Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner, providing regular updates to the Board of Governors, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. The CFO will also be involved in financial planning, assessing the organization's performance, and driving initiatives that support the company's mission. A key aspect of the position is to foster an all-inclusive environment and work collaboratively with various departments and stakeholders. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a related field, with a total of 10+ years in accounting or finance. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, with an MBA being preferred, and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is mandatory. The role demands a professional with outstanding communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, as well as a proven track record in financial management, budgeting, and forecasting. Experience in supervising and evaluating staff, as well as a strong background in working with external auditors and compliance-related issues, is essential. The ideal candidate will also have a background in ERP systems and a strong ability to drive fact-based decision-making.

Hiring Manager Title
University President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Finance
• Operations