Finance Director: Strategy, Budgeting & Compliance Leader

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee the organization’s budgeting, financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

The role includes leading forecasting, four-year planning and managing financial aid programs across multiple campuses. The ideal candidate has a Master’s in finance, accounting, or business administration and at least seven years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in higher education or complex institutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, accounting or business administration is required.
• Seven years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in higher education or complex institutional settings.
• Strong background in financial strategy, endowment management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance within higher education.
• CPA or CFA is a plus.
• St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors the operating budget and reconciles budget versus actual reports.
• Responsible for the production and operation of financial forecasts, financial plans and budgets, and the College’s annual financial statements.
• Prepares monthly financial statements and maintains a four-year financial plan.
• Leads financial planning and analysis efforts, ensuring data-driven decision making to enhance resource allocation and institutional priorities.
• Manages the college’s financial aid program, including scholarship programs and certification of Veterans benefits.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding all financial matters as well as financial aid.
• Provides leadership and support to the College’s executive and administration teams.
• Contributes to the strategic and business planning of the College.
• Responsible for liaison with internal and external stakeholders including auditors, financial institutions, and government agencies.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Endowment management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Master’s degree in finance, accounting or business administration

CPA or CFA is a plus

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee the organization’s budgeting, financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

The role includes leading forecasting, four-year planning and managing financial aid programs across multiple campuses. The ideal candidate has a Master’s in finance, accounting, or business administration and at least seven years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in higher education or complex institutions.