Vice President of Finance and Operations

8 hours ago

Springfield, Illinois, United States Western New England University Full time
About Western New England University:

Western New England University (WNE) is a private, co-educational comprehensive institution with a tradition of excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship.

The university is recognized with national and international accreditations at the highest levels in law, business, engineering, pharmacy, occupational therapy, and social work.

With a focus on preparing work-ready and world-ready graduates, WNE serves students from the northeastern U.S. and across the country and around the world.

The hallmark of the WNE experience is an unwavering focus on and attention to each student's academic and personal development.

Faculty and staff work collaboratively to foster an environment of warmth and personal concern, with small classes and a dedication to excellence in teaching and research.

The university is committed to fostering a diverse community of scholars and professionals who are passionate about advancing knowledge and innovation.


Position Overview:

Western New England University (WNE) is seeking a proven leader, strategic thinker, problem-solver, and financial executive for the position of Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer.

The Vice President for Finance and Administration is a key member of the President's Cabinet, working collaboratively and transparently with senior leaders and the board of trustees toward achieving the university's financial and strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in change management and be a natural collaborator and communicator, a relationship builder, and an accomplished manager of people, processes, projects, and systems.


Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness in all administrative functions.
• Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the university through effective resource management.
• 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 toward 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, proposals, findings, and other correspondence as required.

• 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 Western New England University in particular, and higher education in general.

• Oversee long-term capital planning, including campus facilities management and infrastructure investment.

• Encourage 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 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.

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