Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and support its long-term financial sustainability. The CFO will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and reporting, while overseeing accounting operations, investments, compliance, internal controls, and audits. The role also includes oversight of human resources, business office operations, risk management, auxiliary programs, and financial aid. The CFO will manage financial operations for the organization’s foundation and endowment, and partner with senior leadership and board members on institutional priorities and governance. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, and progressively responsible experience in financial management, including at least five years in a senior leadership role. Required expertise includes financial reporting, internal controls, investments, capital planning, regulatory compliance, and developing financial analyses and models to inform decisions. The ideal candidate has experience leading teams, improving processes, and using technology to strengthen financial and administrative operations, along with strong communication, collaboration, and judgment. A CPA or advanced degree is preferred, as is experience in education or other mission-driven settings, endowment management, financial aid, or nonprofit board relations.