"Chief Financial Officer"

Cleary University (Cleary), a dynamic and growing private master’s level teaching institution located in Livingston County in Howell, Michigan, invites applications, expressions of interest and nominations of candidates in its search for the next Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Founded in 1883 with a long history of innovation and entrepreneurship, Cleary is undergoing exciting growth and has seen its population increase by 15%+ for the last 3 years. Continued growth to the institution is expected both organically and through partnerships with other entities.

Reporting directly to Cleary’s new President, Dr. Alan Drimmer, the CFO is a trusted partner providing strategic financial leadership and executive-level guidance for all financial aspects of the university. The CFO is responsible for all University budgets, accounting and financial analysis and reporting functions within the University. The CFO ensures that the organization’s financial statements adhere to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), working closely with our auditors. Areas reporting to this position include Budget, Accounting, Student Business Office, Payroll, and Risk Management / Insurance.

As a financial services executive, the CFO also oversees tax reporting activities and ensures that University actions and activities abide by all Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the State of Michigan requirements. This position is responsible for developing standards, policies and procedures relating to the financial operations of the University and ensuring proper legal and regulatory compliance.

Most exciting is that the President is open to a customized hybrid work relationship that would not require a permanent move to their Howell, unless desired by appointee.

Application and Nomination Process:

Academic Search is assisting Cleary University in this national search. Additional information about this opportunity, including required qualifications, can be found in the position profile for the Chief Financial Officer at www.academicsearch.org under the “Open Searches” tab.

Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting senior consultant Jerry Israel (jerry.israel@academicsearch.org).  Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted electronically, and in confidence, to: ClearyCFO@academicsearch.org.

Applications should consist of: 

• a detailed letter of interest;
• a complete curriculum vitae (CV).

The position is open until filled, but only applications received by November 1, 2024 can be assured full consideration.