Assistant to the VP & CFO

Regis University; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous tuition benefit

Paid Mission leave

Holiday closure between Christmas and New Year's

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

An educational institution seeks an Assistant to the VP & CFO to provide executive-level administrative support across divisions. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and skilled in communication, managing competing priorities while maintaining confidentiality. Responsibilities include supervising administrative staff, managing workflows, and facilitating communication within the institution. This role ensures operational excellence in financial functions to support student learning and academic impact. A Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible administrative experience supporting senior leadership.
• Prior experience supervising staff or leading administrative teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the CFO.
• Serve as the central administrative lead for the CFO's divisions.
• Supervise and develop administrative staff.
• Oversee daily administrative operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive problem-solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field

Tools

Office productivity tools

Job description

Assistant to the VP & CFO

Regis University

R005152

Northwest Denver Campus

Job Summary

The Assistant to the VP/CFO and Administrative Manager reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President and provides centralized administrative leadership and support across the CFO's divisions, working in close coordination with divisional leaders.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive professional who effectively manages competing priorities with sound judgment and independence. They demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, working collaboratively across diverse functional areas and navigating dotted-line relationships with ease. This individual maintains the highest level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information and possesses a solid understanding of compliance, records management, and institutional administrative practices. Technologically proficient, they are comfortable with office productivity tools and workflow design platforms, and they anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and adapt seamlessly to evolving institutional priorities.

This position supports the mission of Regis University by ensuring strong stewardship, accountability, and operational excellence across the University's financial and administrative functions. By providing strategic and high-level support to the CFO and related divisions, the role helps safeguard institutional resources so they can be directed toward student learning, academic excellence, and community impact.

*Please note that this position requires a significant on-campus presence.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative and operational support to the CFO, including complex calendaring, meeting coordination, correspondence drafting, material review, and proactive management of deadlines and follow-ups.
• Serve as the central administrative lead for the CFO's divisions, partnering with divisional leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
• Supervise and develop administrative staff, overseeing workload management, training, performance feedback, and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee daily administrative operations, including office management, meeting logistics, documentation, and maintaining an organized, professional environment.
• Streamline workflows and standardize practices across CFO divisions to improve efficiency, communication, and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Coordinate Board of Trustees and committee support for the CFO's portfolio, including agenda preparation, materials compilation, and accurate meeting minutes.
• Manage state compliance filings and registrations, ensuring accurate records and timely submissions.
• Support institutional insurance processes, including coordination of Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and related documentation.
• Act as liaison between CFO divisions and campus partners to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and ensure follow-through on priorities.
• Handle sensitive information and special projects with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an on-campus office environment with frequent interaction across campus and regular use of a computer and standard office equipment. Occasional evenings or extended hours may be required to support time‑sensitive institutional needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a business‑related field. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Five years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including direct support of senior leadership.
• Prior experience supervising staff or leading administrative teams.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice‑to‑haves)

• Project management, administrative leadership, or higher education administration certifications preferred.
• Experience working in higher education, nonprofit, or similarly complex, regulated environments strongly preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a resume, cover letter and list of 3 references with your application. Current employees, please submit an application with an updated cover letter and resume by logging into Workday. Click on the Jobs Hub Worklet to access the internal site.

This position will remain posted until filled, with a preferred application deadline of March 6, 2026.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses and dependents.
• Paid Mission leave to allow our employees to engage in acts of service or to have time for personal reflection.
• The "Gift of Time" when Regis closes between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Options for flexible work arrangements based on position.

You can learn more about our benefits by clicking the links below.

25-26 Employee Benefits Summary 04.28.25 or

https://www.regis.edu/_documents/about/offices-and-services/human-resources/regis-university-employee-benefits-guide.pdf

Pay Rate

$60,000 to $65,000/annually commensurate with qualifications.

Application Deadline

Post Internally and Externally

To apply

To apply, visit https://regis.wd501.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RegisUniversity/job/Northwest-Denver-Campus/Assistant-to-the-VP---CFO_R005152.

Since 1877, Regis University has been using our Jesuit background to provide an education for men and women of all ages and faiths and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Inspired by St. Ignatius Loyola, the mission of Regis University is to educate men and women of all ages to make a positive impact in a rapidly‑changing global society. We encourage our students to seek truth, live purposeful lives, and continually examine and attempt to answer the question: "How ought we to live?"