Vice President of Finance and Administration (VPFA)

Job Details

The College of Our Lady of the Elms, often referred to as Elms College (www.elms.edu), invites applications for the position of Vice President of Finance and Administration (VPFA). The VPFA serves as the chief financial officer and is responsible to the President for all fiscal and business affairs of the College.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise the Finance team in developing, executing, monitoring, and reporting on the college’s annual operating and capital budgets; developing and updating the College’s multi-year financial plan; establishing internal control procedures; managing long-term investment and short-term liquidity; issuing and managing long-term debt; and ensuring compliance with financial aid requirements.

Supervise the Facilities and Capital Project team in developing campus project priorities, managing capital projects, maintaining buildings and grounds, and managing real estate.

Supervise the Human Resources, Information Technology, and Public Safety teams in their respective operational and compliance responsibilities.

Oversee resource allocation, risk management, and serve as a resource for Board committees including Finance, Buildings and Grounds, and Audit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, business, management, accounting or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of responsible senior level fiscal management with significant experience in strategic planning, finance, budget, and fiscal operations.
• Proven record of success in senior management and leadership experience in higher education or a non-profit organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, trustees, auditors, donors, and alumni.