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Vice President of Finance

Confidential, Seneca Falls, New York, United States, 13148

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Vice President of Finance

About the Company

Leading healthcare centre

Industry Higher Education

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1919

Employees 51-200

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Vice President of Finance to join its senior leadership team. The successful candidate will be a strategic partner, providing oversight of all business and financial operations to support the institution's mission. This role requires a collaborative and entrepreneurial finance leader with a proven track record in financial management, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, accounting, investments, risk, and compliance. The Vice President of Finance will also be responsible for leading a team, engaging with stakeholders, and promoting a culture of transparency, service, and continuous improvement. Key duties include serving as a liaison to the board of trustees, leading the finance division, and ensuring the college's financial health and long-term fiscal vitality.

Applicants for the Vice President of Finance position at the company should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, with a CPA certification or advanced degree. A minimum of 5 years' progressive leadership experience in finance, particularly in a complex, multi-unit organization, is required. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, proficiency in financial software, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. Experience in higher education financial systems and regulations is preferred. The role demands a leader who is a critical thinker, adept at balancing financial discipline with informed risk-taking, and capable of translating financial information for non-experts. The Vice President of Finance will also be involved in human resources oversight, ensuring that HR policies support institutional effectiveness and regulatory compliance.

Hiring Manager Title President

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Finance