Chief Financial Officer

Position Overview
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will oversee the financial and business operation of the institution.

Primary Responsibilities

• The Chief Financial Officer provides leadership and day to day coordination, integration, and support of the various services, programs, management function and activities within Finance and Administration.
• The CFO guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of Beulah Heights University's operating and capital budgets, from multiple sources of funding (general funds, auxiliary enterprises, self-support operations, private donations, and capital construction).
• The CFO also oversees the development, implementation, revision and integration of institutional policies and means of compliance with institutional policy and applicable state and federal laws.
• The CFO has a significant role in representing Beulah Heights University and participates in accrediting committees and initiatives.
• The position reports directly to the President and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet.
• The CFO, in partnership with the President’s Cabinet, plays key roles in institutional planning and positioning.

Qualifications

• A record of significant administrative achievement in a higher education, a state government system or non-profit organization.
• Familiarity and/or experience with responsibility-centered budgeting.
• Demonstrated ability in a broad array of financial areas.
• The ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and collegially with the many constituencies whose contributions are required for the success of the university.
• A Master's degree or equivalent in nature and length of experiences.
• Significant successful leadership, management, and financial experience in a senior administrative capacity, preferably in higher education or in a state government system.
• Evidence of strong organizational, analytical, supervisory, motivational skills, including the ability to elicit trust and confidence.
• Experience with integrating financial and strategic planning.
• Knowledge of best practices throughout all financial and administrative functions.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically.
• Desired Qualifications: Ten or more years of experience.
• CPA is a major plus.

Contact:

Monique.edwards@beulah.org

Posted:
January 20, 2010