Associate Vice President for Finance

Fairleigh Dickinson University; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University invites applications for the Associate Vice President for Finance at the Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck, NJ. The role leads accounting, reporting, budgeting, procurement, audit coordination, tax and compliance for the Finance Division.

Reporting to the VP for Finance and Treasurer, you will translate strategy into practical processes, oversee forecasts, and drive strong internal controls while managing staff and partnering on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• CPA certification required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum eight years of progressive accounting, budgeting, or financial management experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, audits, budgeting, forecasting.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems, especially Ellucian, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and staff development skills.
• Ability to interpret policies and manage risk with sound judgment.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion; valid driver’s license for travel.
• Background check required before hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Finance Division, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, and procurement.
• Translate financial strategy into disciplined processes and reliable forecasts.
• Lead annual budget development, long-range planning, and scenario analyses.
• Collaborate with the VP for Finance to support strategic initiatives and partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA certification

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Ellucian ERP

Excel

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Details (Default Section)

Job Title:

Associate Vice President for Finance

Campus:

Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, NJ

Department:

Financial Affairs, VP's Office-Metro

Hiring Manager:

Lisa Clarke

Hiring Manager Title:

Interim Vice President for Finance

Position Type:

Professional Administrative

Grade:

34

FLSA:

Exempt

Salary:

$160,000--$180,000

General Benefits

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package thatincludes: employee tuition grant, health/dental/RX/visioninsurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employerpaid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well asvarious voluntary benefits including but not limited tosupplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, andFSA / HSA .

Status:

Full-Time

Months Worked:

12 Month

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Treasurer, theAssociate Vice President for Finance serves as the senioroperational leader for the Finance Division and is responsible forthe effective day-to-day management of the University’s accounting,financial reporting, budgeting, purchasing/procurement, auditcoordination, tax and regulatory compliance, and related financeoperations. The Associate Vice President translates institutionalfinancial strategy into disciplined processes, reliable forecasts,timely reporting, strong internal controls, and effective financialmanagement across the University. The position works closely withthe Vice President for Finance and Treasurer to implement theannual budget, long-range financial plan, scenario analyses, andthe financial components of strategic initiatives and partnerships.In a challenging higher education environment, the Associate VicePresident is expected to be a hands-on leader who strengthensaccountability, develops staff, improves processes and systems, andprovides responsive, decision-useful financial support whilemaintaining appropriate stewardship and control.

Required Qualifications:

1. 1. Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, BusinessAdministration, or a closely related field. CPA certificationrequired; Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, BusinessAdministration, or a related field preferred.
2. 2. Minimum of eight years of progressively responsible accounting,budgeting, financial reporting, or financial management experiencerequired, including significant supervisory or managementresponsibility. Experience in higher education, a not-for-profitorganization, or public accounting serving complex not-for-profitor higher education clients strongly preferred.
3. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accountingprinciples, financial statement preparation, audit requirements,internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, tax andregulatory compliance, and financial reporting in a complexorganization.
4. 4. Demonstrated ability to manage an annual budget process, developforecasts and financial models, analyze variances and trends, andtranslate financial information into practical recommendations foroperating leaders.
5. 5. Demonstrated success improving financial processes, controls,reporting, and systems. Experience with enterprise financialsystems, preferably Ellucian, and advanced proficiency with Exceland financial reporting/analytics tools required.
6. 6. Strong leadership, communication, and management skills,including the ability to develop staff, establish accountability,manage competing priorities, and work effectively with diverseacademic and administrative constituencies in aresource-constrained and changing environment.
7. 7. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply policies,procedures, laws, regulations, accounting standards, andinstitutional guidelines; ability to identify risk and exercisesound judgment in complex situations.
8. 8. Ability to handle matters of a highly confidential and sensitivenature with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
9. 9. Valid driver’s license and accessibility to transportation fortravel between campuses.
10. 10. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizingthe background check.

Hours Worked

35

Posting Date:

09/11/2026

Application Types Accepted:

Application for Employment

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter