Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Greater Cincinnati, OH Area

The Company is seeking a strategic and collaborative Chief Financial Officer to lead its financial resources and operations and support long-term financial sustainability. The CFO will oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, reporting, treasury, investments, debt, compliance, risk management, and capital planning. Serving as a principal financial advisor to senior leadership and the governing board, the CFO will guide institutional financial modeling, budgeting, and data-driven decision-making. The role also includes partnering with enrollment leaders on tuition revenue and financial aid strategies, strengthening external financial relationships, and fostering accountability, transparency, collaboration, and responsible stewardship. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred, and a CPA is strongly preferred. At least seven years of progressive financial leadership experience is required. Experience in higher education, particularly at a private, tuition-dependent institution, and working with governing boards and committees is strongly preferred. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, investments, and institutional planning, along with a collaborative, analytical, transparent, and service-oriented leadership style.

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Thomas More University