Chief Financial Officer

LCTCS; Monroe, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Delta Community College in Monroe, LA, seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead budget management and financial strategy for the college. The role oversees treasury, reporting, and compliance with GASB and state/federal guidelines, working with executive leadership.

The successful candidate will hold a master's degree in business (or CPA) and at least five years in a senior financial position; experience with Ellucian Banner in higher education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business or related field, or a CPA certificate.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in a senior-level position.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner and higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit the College's operating and capital outlay budgets.
• Develop, implement, and monitor institutional budgets with leadership and Deans/Directors.
• Provide insights to the executive team on financial planning and performance.
• Oversee treasury operations to ensure cash flow and maximize investments.
• Coordinate financial audits and liaise with auditors; ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Budget management

Financial planning

Treasury management

Audit coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in business or related field

CPA certificate

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Chief Financial Officer Job no: 495785 Closes: Work Type: Staff Full-Time Locations: Monroe, LA Categories: Business and Administrative Affairs, Controller's Office, Finance and Budget, Fiscal Affairs, Administration

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Administration & Finance

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Administrative/Staff

Duties and Responsibilities

Budget Management & Financial Strategy

• Prepare and submit the College's operating and capital outlay budgets to LCTC (Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges).
• Develop, implement, and monitor institutional budgets in conjunction with Executive Leadership and the College's Deans, Directors, and Department Heads.
• Provide insights and recommendations to the executive team related to financial planning and performance.
• Oversee the College's treasury operations to ensure adequate cash flow and maximize investments.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee the preparation and timely submission of accurate financial reports, including the Annual Financial Report (AFR).
• Develop and implement procedures related to changes in GASB reporting requirements and State or Federal guidelines impacting Higher Education.
• Consult with internal, legislative, federal, and independent auditors when necessary and serve as the primary coordinator for the College's financial audits.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards by monitoring internal control systems and updating procedures as needed.

Professional Development

• Maintains current professional and technical knowledge through workshops, conferences, and meetings.

Other

• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Chancellor.

Required Education

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in business or related field, or a CPA certificate, and five years of progressively responsible experience in a senior-level position. Experience with Ellucian Banner and higher education preferred.

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.