Vice President for Finance & Chief Financial Officer

Mount Vernon Nazarene University; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer to lead its financial strategy and operations. This pivotal role involves overseeing budget management, financial reporting, and compliance, ensuring the university's mission is supported through sound financial practices. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial leadership, preferably within higher education, and align with the university's values. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in an environment committed to academic and spiritual growth.

Benefits

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Free Meals

Generous Holidays

Vacation and Sick Days

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of senior financial leadership experience, preferably in higher education.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise budget planning, preparation, implementation, and management.
• Prepare and distribute financial and statistical reports analyzing financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with IRS, FASB, and other authorities.

Skills

Financial Strategy

Budget Management

Compliance Knowledge

Financial Reporting

Leadership Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree (MBA, MPA)

CPA, CFA, or CMA certification

Tools

Financial Record-Keeping Software

Job description

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Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional students, graduate students, and working adults seeking opportunities for academic and spiritual growth. The University offers a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing environment. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to achieve their highest potential, become Christ-like, and make a difference through lifelong service.

The University is seeking a full-time, 12-month Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer. The CFO will be a key member of the president’s cabinet, responsible for financial strategy, operations, and compliance to support the university’s mission and goals.

The position reports to the Executive Vice President and is available immediately upon appointment of a successful candidate. Benefits include a health care plan, retirement plan, tuition assistance (for self and dependents), free meals at the university café, generous holidays, and vacation and sick days accrued annually.

Responsibilities as Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer:

1. Supervise budget planning, preparation, implementation, and management.
2. Design and administer financial record-keeping software and operations, and oversee internal controls.
3. Prepare and distribute financial and statistical reports analyzing financial performance.
4. Report financial outlooks for current and future years to the President, Leadership Team, BOT, and other stakeholders.
5. Serve as primary resource to the BOT Finance Committee, preparing agendas and reports.
6. Ensure compliance with IRS, FASB, and other authorities.
7. Develop and oversee financial policies.
8. Maintain good relations with auditors.
9. Oversee endowment and cash management.
10. Manage debt portfolio, including project approvals.
11. Protect university assets and oversee facilities and equipment maintenance and refurbishment.
12. Ensure expenditures are within budget, personally signing purchase orders above certain thresholds.
13. Review and approve contracts and leases, consulting legal counsel as needed.
14. Secure appropriate insurance coverage.
15. Represent the university in relevant national organizations.

Candidate Expectations:

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
2. Master’s degree (MBA, MPA, or similar) preferred.
3. CPA, CFA, or CMA certification highly desirable.
4. 7-10+ years of senior financial leadership experience, preferably in higher education.
5. Alignment with Evangelical Christian faith, experience, and mission.

References and background checks are required. Mount Vernon Nazarene University is committed to a non-discriminatory environment and upholds its Christian beliefs regarding employment and campus life, within legal bounds. The university encourages women and minorities to apply.

How to apply

Applicants should email a resume to [e-mail] and complete the application at http://mvnu.edu/jobs. Materials should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Alternatively, applications can be faxed to [phone] or mailed to the university's address.