Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Business Transformation

Emerson College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 196,750 - 255,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses

Generous time-off programs

403(b) retirement benefit with 9% employer contribution

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Associate Vice President for Financial Planning and Business Transformation in Boston. This role involves managing budget and procurement functions, driving data-driven decisions, and leading high-impact projects.

The successful candidate will bring extensive financial expertise, managing teams effectively while ensuring operational success. A Master's degree and CPA certification are required, along with a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in finance, tax, budget management, and more.
• Experience in a higher education environment preferred.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor key financial metrics.
• Ensure sound fiscal stewardship and operational excellence.
• Supervise the work of the Budget and Procurement Directors.

Skills

Financial principles

MS Excel

Organizational skills

Customer service

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field

CPA certification

Job description

Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and BusinessTransformation

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The Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Business Transformation reports to the VP of Finance and CFO and will manage the budget, procurement, and business intelligence functions at the college. The AVP brings deep financial expertise, advances data‑driven decision making, and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. The AVP leads strategic, high‑impact projects designed to streamline financial operations and processes. This senior, cross‑functional leadership role focuses on driving efficiency through automation and efficiencies while aligning finance functions with overall strategy. In addition, the AVP will work closely with the Controller's team, human resources, information technology, facilities, and all departments throughout the college as required to support the VP of Finance. This is an important role that requires accuracy, attention to detail, and solid quantitative and analytical competency.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Develop and monitor key financial metrics to be used in assessing and communicating the financial health of the college.
• Ensure sound fiscal stewardship, transparency, and operational excellence across the College.
• Participate in the preparation and presentation of executive‑level presentations and financial reports as required.
• Develop, implement, and control effective integrated policies, practices, and systems for budgeting and reporting on revenues, expenditures, and adjustments to the operating and capital budgets.
• Develop approaches to achieve efficiencies through technology and data analytics while aligning finance functions with overall strategy.
• Supervise the work of the Budget, Procurement and Business Intelligence Directors to ensure all functions operate smoothly and effectively.
• Assist in the development of strategies to enhance revenue and reduce expenses, to enable redeployment of resources.
• Manage specific projects for the VP of Finance as required.
• Assist the VP of Finance with the management of the Finance Committee.
• Evaluate business processes for effectiveness and efficiency, while delivering excellent customer service.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field required.
• 15+ years of experience in finance, tax, budget management, risk management, and compliance, and debt and capital planning required. Experience in a higher education environment preferred.
• CPA certification required.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of financial principles.
• Expert proficiency in MS Excel and the ability to learn new software easily.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage, coach, and mentor staff.
• Self‑starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Superior written communication, reporting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to compile and communicate complex financial data to present to non‑financial audiences.
• Ability to negotiate conflict and maintain constructive working relationships with people at all levels of an organization.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• This position is generally sedentary in nature; movement throughout the area is required from time to time.
• Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co‑workers and supervisors is essential.
• Repetitive movements, occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds, reaching, lifting, stooping and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color‑coding and read fine print will be expected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels.

IN-OFFICE EXPECTATIONS

This position is primarily a hybrid role with expected days in the office each week.

The hybrid arrangement will be made upon hire. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Boston campus to ensure operational effectiveness. This arrangement must be approved as outlined in the Remote Work Policy.

Compensation: $196,750.00 - $255,700.00 annually, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: 23-17E.

Employment Category: Regular.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25.

Division of Finance.

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well‑being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week. Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out‑of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time‑off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as life and disability coverage and commuter offerings, are available. Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Associate-Vice-President--Financial-Planning-and-Business-Transformation_JR008794