Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary

The Chief Financial Officer position plays a critical leadership role in the financial health and strategic planning of the College. This role blends the rigor of a CAO and Treasurer with the strategic mindset of a CFO. This position is responsible for elevating and analyzing financial data provided by the Director of Accounting, Bursar, and Director of Finance and Treasury, transforming it into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership and campus-wide stakeholders. This position will ensure that budgetary decisions are well-informed, communicated effectively, and aligned with the College's long-term goals. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, strong technical accounting skills, and the ability to connect financial data to the College's mission and goals.

This role requires a deep understanding of budgeting, financial forecasting, and risk management. The role will hire and develop a top-notch accounting team to provide the financial backbone to enable a holistic financial plan that integrates expense management, strategic investments, and compliance with institutional policies and external regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Compliance :

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable / receivable, restricted funds, and grants.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB standards for nonprofits, and higher education reporting requirements.
• Lead annual financial audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Maintain accurate records for the endowment, investments, and restricted funds in partnership with the Business Office.
• Develop, document, and enforce internal controls and financial policies.

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Analysis :

Cash Flow, Investments & Resource Management :

Operational & Strategic Leadership :

Board and External Relations :

Credentials and Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Why This Role Matters

In today's higher education environment, small colleges must make disciplined financial decisions while remaining true to their academic mission. This position plays a central role in ensuring financial health, operational efficiency, and transparency - connecting finances to purpose.

This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional ready to serve as a strategic thought partner and steward of institutional resources.

The intent of this job description is to provide the general nature and level of work required of employees who are assigned to this classification and shall not be constructed as an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Employees may be instructed to perform job-related duties and responsibilities other than those specifically presented in this description.

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