Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Ohio University - Athens, OH

Full-time - Executive

Athens, OH

10,001+ employees

Educational 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 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 be the chief fiscal officer responsible for the fiduciary integrity of the University and strategic leadership for all financial and physical resources. This role is critical in leading the development of a budget model and financial policies that can foster innovation and ongoing sustainability for the University. The VPFA-CFO will lead the Finance and Administration division, which encompasses a broad portfolio of business functions. The ideal candidate will possess a record of significant leadership achievement in a research university, state government system, or health care administration. This position requires a visionary leader who can navigate the complexities of financial management in a higher education environment, ensuring that the institution's financial health supports its academic mission and strategic goals. The successful candidate will be expected to engage with various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students, to promote transparency and collaboration in financial decision-making. For more information on leadership opportunities, responsibilities, and qualifications, candidates are encouraged to review the complete position profile.

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, managing a broad portfolio of business functions.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote transparency and collaboration in financial decision-making.

Requirements

• Significant leadership experience in a research university, state government system, or health care administration.
• Strong understanding of financial management in higher education.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing financial policies and budget models.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in strategic planning and resource allocation in a higher education context.
• Familiarity with state and federal financial regulations affecting public universities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.