Job Description

Independence Community College – Independence, Kansas

Type: Full-Time | 12-Month, Exempt

Minimum Salary: $120,000. +, commensurate with education & experience; comprehensive benefits package

Reports To: College President and Board of Trustees

Application Review: Open until filled

Position Overview

Independence Community College (ICC) invites applications for the position of Vice President for Finance & Administration (VPFA). The VPFA serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the College and a key member of the Presidents Executive Cabinet, providing strategic leadership, fiscal stewardship, and administrative oversight to ensure long-term financial sustainability and operational excellence of the institution.

The VPFA provides executive oversight for all financial, business, and administrative functions of the College, including budget development and management, accounting and financial reporting, investments, risk management, financial aid, facilities and maintenance, information technology, athletic programs, auxiliary enterprises, and campus security. The position also serves as Treasurer to the Board of Trustees, ensuring transparency and accountability in the financial affairs of the College.

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as the Colleges Chief Financial Officer, providing leadership in fiscal planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Lead the development and execution of the Colleges annual and long-term financial plans to ensure fiscal sustainability and compliance with Board of Trustees policies.
• Oversee all accounting, budgeting, purchasing, investments, and auditing functions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage the Colleges cash flow, investments, debt, and reserves, and ensure appropriate internal controls and risk management practices.
• Prepare and present monthly and annual financial statements, reports, and analyses to the President and Board of Trustees and prepare the annual statutory budget per State of Kansas requirements
• Collaborate with Executive Cabinet members and budget managers to develop and manage budgets aligned with strategic and operational priorities.
• Oversee campus facilities, maintenance, and capital projects, including construction, energy management, and physical plant operations.
• Provide administrative oversight for the Business Office, Financial Aid, Information Technology, Athletics, Maintenance & Facilities, Campus Security, and Auxiliary Services, ensuring efficient and customer-focused service delivery.
• Advise the President and Executive Cabinet on institutional financial policy, tuition and fee structures, and capital resource allocation.
• Serve as liaison to auditors, financial institutions, insurance providers, and state and federal agencies.
• Ensure the College maintains compliance with all accreditation, fiscal accountability, and bond covenant requirements.
• Participate in strategic planning, policy development, and institutional effectiveness initiatives.
• Represent the College in community, governmental, and professional organizations.

Supervisory Responsibility

Provides leadership and direction to multiple administrative and operational departments including:

• Business Office/Accounting
• Financial Aid
• Facilities & Maintenance
• Campus Security
• Information Technology
• Athletics
• Auxiliary Services

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative and fiscal management experience, preferably in higher education.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) standards.
• Demonstrated experience in budget development, financial analysis, and capital project planning.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple complex projects.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including governing boards, auditors, and financial institutions.
• Commitment to ethical leadership, transparency, and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent.
• Experience with community college finance and operations, including state funding models and higher education regulatory compliance.
• Experience utilizing Ellucian ERP systems such as Colleague and Banner
• Experience managing information systems, facilities, and auxiliary enterprises.

Work Environment & Expectations

This position requires extended work hours, including evenings and weekends, to support institutional operations and events. The VPFA is expected to demonstrate sound judgment, professional integrity, and a strong commitment to ICCs mission and core values.

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