Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Finance & Administration
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Chicago, IL Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic leadership for its finance and administration functions and support its long-term financial health and institutional priorities. The role oversees budgeting, financial planning, accounting, forecasting, revenue management, facilities, capital planning, and campus operations. The CFO will advise senior leadership and the board on financial strategy and resource allocation, lead infrastructure and capital initiatives, and support fundraising and funding efforts. Responsibilities also include developing and mentoring staff, strengthening internal services and controls, communicating financial information transparently, and ensuring compliance. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of progressively responsible experience relevant to the role. Required qualifications include success managing and developing teams, knowledge of planning, budgeting, audits, and financial controls, strong integrity and discretion, and the ability to explain financial models to diverse audiences. A master’s degree or professional certification such as CPA or CMA is preferred. Experience leading organizational change, capital planning or incident response, and multiple diverse units is also desirable.
Functions:
- Finance
Compensation
USD $220,000-$250,000 (salary) per year
About the Company
Respected university offering a values-based learning environment
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
201-500