Chief Financial Officer – Higher Education

University of Findlay; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, seeks a seasoned Vice President of Finance, Treasurer (VP CFO) to serve as the institution's chief financial officer, guiding policy, budgeting, investments and debt management.

Reporting to the president, the VP CFO partners with senior leadership, IT and academic leaders to align resources with the university's mission, and leads financial strategy, risk management, and endowment stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; CPA, MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• At least ten years managing a large staff with diverse responsibilities.
• Experience in higher education finance and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Develop opportunities to increase revenue.
• Maintain efficient, cost-effective operations.
• Oversee financing and construction of new facilities and renovations.
• Sustain an effective budget model.
• Provide leadership to the business affairs division.
• Establish trust and communicate with the campus on financial issues.
• Collaborate with colleagues in decision-making.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving/Analysis

Financial Management

Project Management

Communication Proficiency

Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or MBA preferred

Masters' degree

Job description

The University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, seeks a seasoned Vice President of Finance, Treasurer (VP CFO) to serve as the institution's chief financial officer, guiding policy, budgeting, investments and debt management.

Reporting to the president, the VP CFO partners with senior leadership, IT and academic leaders to align resources with the university's mission, and leads financial strategy, risk management, and endowment stewardship.