Executive CFO | Finance & Operations Strategy Leader

Youngstown State University's Excellence Training Center; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Youngstown State University's Excellence Training Center seeks an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to lead the Division of Finance and Business Operations. You will supervise accounting, budgeting, payroll, procurement, and contracts, while reporting to the university president and collaborating with the Board of Trustees.

Ideal candidates possess a strong background in higher education finance, strategic planning, and data-driven governance, ensuring transparent financial reporting and risk

Qualifications

• Ten years of financial background with at least five years in supervisory roles.
• Experience leading in a complex organizational setting and with boards/parties.
• Ability to develop and execute institutional strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Division of Finance and Business Operations and set overall direction.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, payroll, purchasing, and contract management.
• Ensure compliance, internal controls, and timely financial reporting.
• Collaborate with the president, cabinet, and Board of Trustees on strategy.
• Guide cross-functional teams to drive organizational growth and efficiency.

Skills

Financial modeling

ERP administration

Executive-level reporting

Education

MBA / M.B.A. in finance or accounting

Tools

Banner ERP

Job description

Youngstown State University's Excellence Training Center seeks an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to lead the Division of Finance and Business Operations. You will supervise accounting, budgeting, payroll, procurement, and contracts, while reporting to the university president and collaborating with the Board of Trustees.

Ideal candidates possess a strong background in higher education finance, strategic planning, and data-driven governance, ensuring transparent financial reporting and risk