Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Wesleyan College is a small private liberal arts college in Macon, GA. Founded in 1836 as the first college in the world to grant degrees to women, Wesleyan takes seriously the education of women both in and out of the classroom. Our small campus provides opportunities for individual attention and leadership. Wesleyan’s academically challenging, inclusive environment helps prepare students to live purposeful and connected lives. At the heart of this residential campus is our students and their experience. We work tirelessly to enhance the student experience through active and diverse engagement opportunities.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the College President, the Vice President of Business Operations and Finance / Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for all financial and operational functions of the College. As a key member of the College’s executive leadership team, the Vice President serves as the principal advisor on financial, business, and facilities-related matters.

This role is responsible for leading core operational areas including accounting, budget development and control, procurement, contract management, information technology, and all aspects of facilities and maintenance management. The Vice President also acts as the lead administrator for capital improvement projects—from conceptual planning and budgeting through to project completion. The role is instrumental in sustaining financial integrity, operational excellence, and long-term campus infrastructure planning.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide financial analyses for funding formula variations, tuition and fee variations, fund balance and Board Reserve alternatives, and other variables affecting College finances.
• Assess organizational performance against both the annual budget and the College’s long-term strategy.
• Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to College leaders and make actionable recommendations.
• Engage the President and Executive Leadership Team around budget, finance, audit, and investment issues, trends, and changes.
• Ensure the College receives exemplary operational and financial audits.
• Prepare and maintain regular financial planning reports including a complete analysis of financial results
• Develop and maintain the capital budget.
• Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.
• Oversee and management of cash, investment, surplus funds and asset management to ensure continued health and integrity of the College’s fiscal status.
• Manage the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with department leaders to align fiscal strategy with institutional goals.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports and analysis to the President, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Trustees.
• Provide weekly budget reports and financial insights to the Executive Leadership Team.
• Foster a culture of accountability and collaboration across all operational departments, leading a diverse team of direct reports.
• Supervise and lead all aspects of facilities and maintenance management, including campus operations, preventive maintenance, energy management, infrastructure planning, custodial operations, and vendor relations.
• Serve as lead administrator for capital improvement projects, including planning, design, consultant engagement, budgeting, and project management.
• Ensure the President is fully informed of all activities and concerns related to business operations, finances, and campus infrastructure.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as regulatory and accrediting bodies related to financial operations and campus facilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

To apply, upload a detailed letter of interest, resumé, and three professional references. Applications lacking the required documents may not be considered. Applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Wesleyan College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, national origin, status as a war veteran, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Wesleyan College is a certified drug-free workplace employer. All applicants being considered for employment are required to submit to substance screening as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check. Also, hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States; individuals will be required to provide proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States upon acceptance of an employment offer.

Due to the volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually. Posting may close as soon as an applicant pool is identified.