Vice President for Finance & Administration - Confidential : Job Details

Vice President for Finance & Administration

About the Company

Well-regarded private university

IndustryEducation Management

TypeEducational Institution

Founded1919

Employees1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Colleges & Universities
• Massachusetts
• Springfield
• University
• Western New England
• Wne

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record in financial management, particularly in the context of higher education or non-profit sectors. This executive will be responsible for ensuring the operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of all administrative functions, leading financial operations, and developing and managing the institution's annual operating and capital budgets. The role also involves fostering a culture of innovation, supporting long-term financial sustainability, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the university community.Applicants must have a master's degree in finance, accounting, or business, with a preference for a CPA certification, and at least 10 years' of progressive leadership experience. The ideal candidate will have a broad vision of emerging issues in higher education, strong analytical and technical skills, and a commitment to transparent communication. Key competencies include the ability to work with diverse stakeholders, a management style that balances accountability with delegation, and a successful track record in transformational leadership. The Vice President will also be expected to lead strategic and operational planning, support change management, and build collaborative relationships across the institution.

Hiring Manager TitlePresident

Travel PercentLess than 10%

Functions

• Finance