Strategic Finance Leader, Higher Education (AVP)

New College of Florida; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

New College of Florida seeks an Associate Vice President for Finance to lead the institution's accounting, financial reporting, treasury, budgeting, and student financial services. This executive role reports to the VP for Finance and Administration and directs policy development, internal controls, and continuous process improvement across all finance functions.

The AVP will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, manage risk, and provide strategic financial guidance to support the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in a related field with several years of experience in higher education finance.
• Experience with GAAP and GASB standards is preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls in a college/university setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for all finance and accounting functions and develop strategies aligned with the college’s priorities.
• Oversee general accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, procurement, travel administration, and treasury.
• Direct budget planning, multi-year forecasting, and resource management across major funds.
• Ensure policy compliance with GAAP, GASB, state and federal regulations, and Board requirements.
• Lead audits, internal controls, and external financial reporting to regulators and boards.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize financial operations and support institutional sustainability.

Education

Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field

Active Florida CPA license

Job description

New College of Florida seeks an Associate Vice President for Finance to lead the institution's accounting, financial reporting, treasury, budgeting, and student financial services. This executive role reports to the VP for Finance and Administration and directs policy development, internal controls, and continuous process improvement across all finance functions.

The AVP will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, manage risk, and provide strategic financial guidance to support the