Strategic VP of Finance & Operations (Higher Education)

Montgomery College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group legal benefits

Professional development

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Tuition waiver for employee and depend

Wellness programming

Job summary

Montgomery College is seeking a strategic Vice President for Financial and Business Services to lead the College’s financial and business operations with a focus on sustainability and strategic alignment across its multi-campus system in Maryland.

The role requires a strong background in public finance, accounting, and enterprise systems, with a track record of effective governance and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance, economics, public administration, higher education administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial and budget leadership.
• Extensive expertise in accounting, public finance, auditing, compliance, budgeting, investments, and financial controls.
• Experience leading complex financial operations, enterprise financial systems, audits, and institution-wide business services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the College’s financial and business operations, ensuring fiscal sustainability and alignment with priorities.
• Oversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury, investments, grants accounting, payroll, AP/AR, student billing, and related systems.
• Advise executive leadership and the Board on financial strategy, risk management, and long-range planning.
• Strengthen internal controls and lead audit preparation and resolution efforts.
• Drive process improvement and financial systems optimization across a multi-campus institution.
• Build partnerships with government agencies, funding partners, auditors, and community organizations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational excellence

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Enterprise systems

Job description

Montgomery College is seeking a strategic Vice President for Financial and Business Services to lead the College’s financial and business operations with a focus on sustainability and strategic alignment across its multi-campus system in Maryland.

The role requires a strong background in public finance, accounting, and enterprise systems, with a track record of effective governance and stakeholder collaboration.