Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for providing leadership and control of all aspects of the finance function in accordance with the objectives, strategies, and policies established by the President, the Board of Trustees, and the senior leadership team. The successful candidate is a strategic thinker, with an open and collaborative style of leadership that encourages teamwork and cooperation.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S. in Accounting required, with a minimum of seven years of progressive work experience in internal accounting, including familiarity with financial structures and budgeting.
• Experience in successfully leading and directing financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, and fiscal risk management at a selective higher education institution, conservatory, or other organization of similar complexity and stature, including experience partnering with key stakeholders across an organization.
• Knowledge of higher education, conservatory, or nonprofit financial management, including an understanding of the current economic challenges facing colleges and universities.
• Excellent attention to detail and verbal, written, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to partner, work effectively, and closely with a diverse group of constituents.
• Must have a demonstrated passion for excellent customer service and commitment to exceptional quality.
• Must be able to identify priorities within multiple assignments in a high-pressure, short deadline environment, and be able to work with diplomacy and efficiency in such an environment.
• Must have sound judgment, with an open and collaborative style that encourages teamwork and cooperation and be a strong role model and coach.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan