CFO & Strategic Growth Leader — Higher Education

Findlay; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Findlay seeks a VP Finance, Treasurer to serve as the chief financial officer, overseeing all financial management for the university’s business affairs. The role partners with senior leadership on strategic priorities, budgeting, investments, debt, and endowment, aligning technology and data governance with the enterprise strategy.

The position emphasizes fiscal strength, prudent planning, and collaboration with Information Technology Services to advance digital transformation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years progressively increasing experience leading a large staff.
• At least 10 years in higher education finance.
• Experience in business, non-profits or other sectors.
• CPA, MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Strong communication and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial management for the university’s business affairs.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
• Manage investments, debt, and endowment oversight.
• Serve as liaison to Board committees on business affairs, investments, and audit.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to fund and support the academic mission.
• Develop pricing strategies for programs to grow net tuition revenue.
• Ensure efficient operations with technology-enabled innovation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Technology in finance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

CPA or MBA

Job description

University of Findlay seeks a VP Finance, Treasurer to serve as the chief financial officer, overseeing all financial management for the university’s business affairs. The role partners with senior leadership on strategic priorities, budgeting, investments, debt, and endowment, aligning technology and data governance with the enterprise strategy.

The position emphasizes fiscal strength, prudent planning, and collaboration with Information Technology Services to advance digital transformation and