Strategic CFO & Administration Leader

Bristol Community College; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 201,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Bristol Community College in Fall River is seeking a seasoned Vice President of Administration and Chief Financial Officer to provide visionary leadership across finance, facilities, procurement, payroll, and risk management. You will foster a data-informed, inclusive culture that advances student success and institutional effectiveness.

This full-time, non-unit role requires a Master’s degree and a decade of senior financial leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, or closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in administration and finance, including at least five years in a senior leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic financial management, capital/long-range planning, enterprise risk management, and compliance in a complex organization.
• Deep knowledge of Massachusetts statutes and regulatory requirements as they pertain to higher education finance and administration.
• Proficiency with modern financial technology and enterprise resource planning systems (Ellucian or similar highly desirable).
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build consensus, lead diverse teams, and foster an inclusive environment.
• Commitment to ethical leadership, continuous professional development, and advancing the mission and values of a public community college.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the chief fiscal and administrative officer, overseeing all financial operations, including budget planning and administration ($109 million in FY27), audits (state, federal, and independent), investments, debt management, payroll, bursar functions, and compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Advise the President, Board of Trustees, and President's Leadership Team on strategic financial planning, trends, risks, and opportunities, providing clear, actionable analysis and recommendations.
• Ensure the integrity, transparency, and accuracy of all financial statements, accounting systems, and reporting in accordance with best practices, the American Institute of CPAs, NACUBO, AICPA, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Demonstrates expertise in the accurate preparation of annual college financial statements - ensuring full compliance with GAAP and higher education accounting frameworks.
• Oversee the management, maintenance, and capital improvement of all College facilities and physical plant operations, including sustainability programs and capital projects.
• Lead campus police, public safety, and emergency management operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements and creating a safe, inclusive learning and working environment.
• Direct auxiliary and enterprise services, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused, and fiscally responsible operations.
• Supervise and develop a diverse team of administrative, financial, and operational professionals across multiple departments and campus locations.
• Serve as liaison to external stakeholders, including state and local officials, auditors, and community partners.
• Oversee internal controls, risk management, insurance, investments, legal services, and collective bargaining within the administrative services area.
• Promote a culture of equity, continuous improvement, and innovation, and actively support the College's Strategic Plan.
• Represent the College at state and national conferences, as well as community and foundation events, and act as the President's designee as needed.

Skills

Strategic financial management

Capital/long-range planning

Enterprise risk management

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Inclusive leadership

Ethical leadership

Education

Master's degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Ellucian ERP

Job description

Bristol Community College in Fall River is seeking a seasoned Vice President of Administration and Chief Financial Officer to provide visionary leadership across finance, facilities, procurement, payroll, and risk management. You will foster a data-informed, inclusive culture that advances student success and institutional effectiveness.

This full-time, non-unit role requires a Master’s degree and a decade of senior financial leadership.