Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Agb Search - Athens, GA

Full-time - Executive

Athens, GA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Ohio University (OHIO) is seeking a Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer (VPFA-CFO). Located in Athens, a quintessential college town nestled in the Appalachian foothills of gorgeous Southeast Ohio, OHIO is a financially healthy, public research university with a growing enrollment exceeding 28,000 students. With a new President and a Board committed to the University's mission, it is poised to advance further. The VPFA-CFO will report directly to the President and will serve as the chief fiscal officer responsible for ensuring the fiduciary integrity of the University while providing strategic leadership for all financial and physical resources. The primary responsibility of the new VPFA-CFO will be to lead the development of a budget model and financial policies that foster innovation and ongoing sustainability for the University. This role encompasses leading the Finance and Administration division, which includes a broad portfolio of business functions critical to the operation and success of the institution. The ideal candidate will possess a record of significant leadership achievement in a research university, state government system, or health care administration. This position is crucial for the financial health and strategic direction of Ohio University, and the successful candidate will be expected to engage with various stakeholders to promote fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a budget model and financial policies for the University.
• Ensure the fiduciary integrity of the University as the chief fiscal officer.
• Provide strategic leadership for all financial and physical resources.
• Oversee the Finance and Administration division and its broad portfolio of business functions.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Requirements

• Significant leadership experience in a research university, state government system, or health care administration.
• Strong understanding of financial management and budget development.
• Proven track record of strategic planning and implementation in a complex organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in higher education finance and administration.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting public universities.
• Ability to foster a culture of innovation and sustainability within financial practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Professional development opportunities.