Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Unclassified - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Executive

Pittsburgh, PA

About the position

The Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer at Pennsylvania Western University (PennWest) is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative functions of the university. This position requires a strategic leader who can manage various departments, including Fiscal Affairs, Human Resources, and Information Technology Services, while supporting the President's agenda and strategic vision. The role involves significant collaboration with stakeholders and requires a commitment to transparency, diversity, and effective financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the offices of Fiscal Affairs, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, and Administration.
• Lead the annual budgeting processes aligned with the University Strategic Plan.
• Provide executive leadership and direction to senior division managers.
• Oversee financial reporting, compliance, risk management, and auditing functions.
• Administer cash management and investment programs.
• Manage billing and collection of University tuition and fees.
• Provide leadership in evaluating the University’s long-range Campus Master Plan.
• Represent the University on System related governance groups.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, Accounting or a related discipline.
• At least ten years of progressive management experience in financial and administrative affairs within a complex organization.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience administratively supervising Facilities, Human Resources, and Information Technology Service areas.

Benefits

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
• Equal employment opportunities for all individuals