Vice President for Finance and Administration
2 weeks ago
Western New England University is a private, comprehensive institution with a strong tradition of academic excellence, innovative research, and community engagement. Our university is committed to providing a transformative education that prepares students for success in an ever-changing world.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a seasoned financial executive to serve as our Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer. This key leadership position plays a critical role in shaping the university's financial strategy, ensuring operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Key Responsibilities- Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, financial planning, and forecasting.
- Develop and manage the university's annual operating and capital budgets.
- Ensure compliance with the University's institutional mission by establishing goals and objectives, reviewing and approving departmental plans, designing systems of effective control to achieve expected outcomes, and evaluating progress towards goal accomplishment in the Finance and Administration Division.
- Advise the President, cabinet, and members of the Board of Trustees on issues relating to administration and finance by presenting reports and recommendations during the Board meetings and preparing reports, recommendations, findings, and other correspondence as required.
- Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the university through effective resource management and fundraising initiatives.
- Promote a positive image and maintain harmonious external relations for the University by communicating and interfacing with city, state, and other governmental officials in matters relating to administrative and financial services and representing the President and the University in various community, state and regional activities designed to promote the Western New England University System in particular, and higher education in general.
- Oversee long-term capital planning, including campus facilities management and infrastructure investment.
- Ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness in all administrative functions.
- Encourage high morale and the delivery of quality, customer-focused information and services by the departments, units and employees of the Administration and Finance Division by employing a leadership style that motivates employees to accomplish established goals and objectives in a collegial, self-motivating manner.
- Maintain as a priority compliance with laws, regulations, and standards applicable to division activities.
- Facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
- Contribute to the overall success of the University by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the University President.
- A master's degree in finance, accounting, or business.
- Ten years of progressive leadership experience in Finance and Administration, preferably in higher education or non-profit sectors.
- CPA certification is desirable.
- Demonstrated strong analytical and technical skills, as well as experience with financial analysis, budgeting and auditing processes.
- A commitment to generating and sustaining trust by communicating clearly and transparently with university stakeholders.
- Ability to work closely with diverse internal and external administrative leadership; represent the university both internally and externally in a variety of venues and settings; and interact with the board of trustees and local government officials.
- Management style that balances personal accountability with the delegation of authority necessary for operational efficiency.
- Organizational sophistication and a distinguished record of success as a transformational leader in a university or non-profit organizational environment.
- Gravitas, experience, and insight to serve as a thought leader and chief strategist on university-wide financial matters.
- Successful experience leading strategic and operational planning, excellent project management skills, the ability to support and implement change with decisiveness and confidence.
- A broad vision of the emerging issues in higher education records, as well as the ability to bring an informed perspective to guide overall policy and strategy.
- Demonstrated experience in, and commitment to, increasing diversity and inclusion among students, faculty, and staff.
- Track record of fostering collaborations and relationships across organizational units and the ability to build consensus and to connect people, ideas and initiatives.
- Exceptional ability to anticipate and meet complex communication needs, both personally and through one's team.
Interested candidates should submit a CV/resume and cover letter through the Cornerstone online application system.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will be continued until the position is filled.
To learn about Western New England University, please visit the university's website at https://www.wne.edu/
Western New England University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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