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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Harcum College
Harcum College invites applications for an accomplished and strategic senior leader to serve as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting directly to the President, the CFO is a vital member of the President’s Cabinet and collaborates closely with the Board of Trustees. This role provides visionary leadership for the College’s financial strategy, operations, and planning, with a strong emphasis on leveraging technology to strengthen financial systems and enhance institutional effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership Partner with the President, Cabinet, and Board of Trustees to develop and execute short-term and long-term financial strategies that ensure institutional sustainability, growth, and resilience.
• Financial Operations Oversight Lead all financial functions, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and investment management. Ensure accuracy, transparency, and timeliness for internal and external stakeholders.
• Asset and Risk Management Oversee institutional assets—cash, investments, facilities, and equipment—and implement robust internal controls, risk management protocols, and insurance coverage to safeguard College resources.
• Board and External Relations Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees Finance Committee, external auditors, investment advisors, and financial institutions. Represent the College in banking, procurement, contract negotiations, and real estate transactions.
• Budgeting and Capital Planning Direct the development and administration of the College’s annual operating and capital budgets. Advise the President on revenue and spending strategies.
• Technology and Systems Modernization Champion initiatives to modernize and improve financial and administrative systems, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
• Team Leadership and Development Supervise the Accounting and Business Services departments, including the Controller, Director of Business Services, Accounts Payable Specialist, and Staff Accountants. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Institutional Engagement Provide regular financial updates and strategic guidance to campus stakeholders. Contribute to college-wide planning and policy development as a core member of the leadership team. Perform additional duties as assigned by the President.
  
  

Qualifications
Required:

• Minimum of five years in mid- to senior-level financial leadership within higher education highly preferred; may consider comparable non-profit experience.
• Advanced degree or credential (MBA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Experience with analytic systems related to enrollment and financial modeling.
• Proven expertise in strategic financial planning, accounting, budgeting, endowment management, and cash flow oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Track record of using technology to enhance financial infrastructure and operations.
• Hands-on, collaborative leadership style suited to a small, independent college.
• High integrity and sound judgment.
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience in broader business operations (e.g., facilities, IT, auxiliary services).
• Commitment to opportunity and inclusion in the workplace.
  
  

About Harcum College
Harcum College is a private, fully-accredited residential and commuter institution located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Renowned for its career-focused associate degree programs, Harcum serves approximately 1,000 students on campus, online, and at partnership sites across the state.
Compensation & Work Environment
Harcum offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including flexible plan options, a defined contribution retirement program, robust health coverage, and generous paid time off. The campus is located in an attractive suburban community within walking distance to rail service and a vibrant village setting.
Harcum is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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• Seniority level

  Executive

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  Full-time

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