Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs and Treasurer - Hofstra University : Job Details

About Hofstra

Hofstra University, a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, New York, invites nominations and applications for the role of Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs and Treasurer.

Hofstra enrolls over 6,000 undergraduate students and nearly 4,000 graduate and professional students in 13 schools, which feature over 100 departments, as well as a number of institutes and centers. Hofstra offers 180 undergraduate programs and approximately 190 graduate programs in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Business, Communication, Education, Health Sciences, Engineering and Applied Science, and Honors studies, as well as a School of Law and a School of Medicine. The student-faculty ratio is 13 to 1 and the average undergraduate class size is 21. Athletics contribute to the vibrance of the Hofstra community, with 21 varsity sports teams that compete at the NCAA Division I level in the Coastal Athletic Association.

The new Senior Vice President will join the institution as it ushers in a new era with the appointment of its ninth and first female president, Dr. Susan Poser, in August 2021, as well as a new provost, Dr. Charlie Riordan, in July 2022. This new leadership is investing heavily in academic programs for students while also growing the scholarly and research enterprise and reputation of the University. Hofstra is expected to be officially recognized as a Carnegie R2 university within the next 6 months.

In addition, Hofstra recently launched an ambitious ten-year strategic plan, Hofstra 100, which reaches out to the University's centennial in 2035. This plan bridges Hofstra's century of excellence to the student-centric, technology-forward needs of the next era. In collaboration with the president, University leadership, and the Board of Trustees, the new Senior Vice President will serve both as a lead fiscal steward of the University and as a key strategic advisor for the president, supporting a community dedicated to faculty excellence, student success and organizational agility as it strives to achieve its strategic aspirations.

Position Title Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs and Treasurer Position Number 899023 Position Category Administration School/Division Office of the President (division) Department Financial Affairs Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time Description

Reporting to the president, the Senior Vice President (SVP) for Financial Affairs and Treasurer will play a critical leadership role in advancing Hofstra's strategic goals. The SVP serves as a member of the president's cabinet, and a member of the senior leadership team at Hofstra University, responsible for leading and overseeing the institution's financial strategy, facilities and operations, and stewardship. This position provides strategic leadership to ensure the financial health, sustainability, and operational efficiency of the institution while supporting its mission, strategic priorities, and academic objectives. The facilities and operations division will begin reporting to the SVP at the start of their tenure, which will provide an opportunity to explore and capitalize on new partnerships and synergies among financial planning, facilities, and operations. The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate a commitment to Hofstra's mission and will be energized by the future opportunities for Hofstra University.

Qualifications

The new executive will have at least 15 years of experience in increasingly responsible positions in financial systems and operations, including successful fiscal, administrative leadership, and managerial experience in senior level positions, preferably in higher education or a comparable sector. An earned master's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field is required as is a demonstrated understanding of GAAP.

Preferred Qualifications

A CPA license in NY State is strongly preferred.

Special Instructions

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile which can be found at Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs and Treasurer | WittKieffer.

WittKieffer is assisting Hofstra University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by February 3, 2025. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal.

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to:

Lucy Leske, Sarah Palmer, and Kim Migoya [email protected]

Deadline February 3, 2025 Date Posted 12/18/2024 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range $475,000 - $525,000, plus University provided vehicle

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

* Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.