"Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer"

Institutional Context

Gordon College is a Christ-centered comprehensive institution offering liberal arts, graduate and professional programs, integrating career-focused academics and an open-handed approach to faith formation. The College has a distinguished history of shaping students who lead lives of purpose, character and faith. Known for academic rigor and spiritual depth, the College has long been a respected voice within Christian higher education. As a close-working community of faculty and staff, we value collaboration, stewardship, and innovation in advancing our mission.

Position Summary

The Vice President for Finance serves as the college’s Chief Financial Officer, reports to the Chief Operating Officer, and is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. This leader provides strategic direction and hands-on management of the college’s financial health—aligning fiscal resources with mission and long-term institutional priorities. The VP for Finance partners closely with trustees, cabinet colleagues and campus departments to strengthen the college’s sustainability, advance strategic initiatives and uphold the highest standards of financial stewardship and Christian integrity.

Key areas of responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Financial Leadership & Planning,
• Operational Execution & Team Leadership,
• Endowment and Investment Strategy, and
• Annual and Long-Term Operating & Capital Budgeting. Please view the full position description on our website.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• Minimum of ten years of progressive experience in financial leadership, preferably in higher education or nonprofit settings.
• Demonstrated expertise in integrated strategic planning, budgeting, financial management and business operations.
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills with experience engaging trustees and senior leaders.
• Understanding of and commitment to the mission and values of a Christian institution of higher education.
• CPA, MBA or master’s degree in finance, business or higher-education administration, preferred.
• Experience with endowment and investment management, capital financing and ERP/financial systems modernization, preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams, streamline processes and foster cross-campus collaboration.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate a mature Christian faith, high ethical standards and a servant-leadership approach that models humility, wisdom and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

Expected hiring salary range is $160,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience and the scope of responsibilities. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement contributions, tuition benefits and generous paid time off.

Application Process

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may start the application process at gordon.edu/professionalapplication. Nominations and inquiries may be submitted to hr@gordon.edu. Applications received by Friday, January 30, 2026 will be given full consideration.