Confidential
Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Business Affairs
Confidential, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Business Affairs
About the Company
Private Catholic liberal arts university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1885
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Education Colleges & Universities University of St. Thomas
Specialties
business education liberal arts mba professional development programs executive education engineering social work social innovation entreprenuership catholic studies school of law changemaker campus computer science ai health care business analytics educational leadership e-12 teacher preparation and special education
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its mission-driven institution. The CFO will be a pivotal leader, responsible for shaping the financial and operational future of the university. This role is central to the institution's growth and transformation, and the successful candidate will be expected to serve as a key architect of financial strategy, institutional stewardship, and operational excellence. The CFO will oversee a broad portfolio, including finance, facilities, auxiliary services, public safety, purchasing, and campus operations, and will lead a large team to manage a significant operating budget.
The ideal candidate for the CFO position at the company will be a strategic and collaborative leader with deep expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and operational management. They must have the presence and credibility to engage effectively with trustees and stakeholders, as well as the emotional intelligence to build a culture of partnership and inclusion. A technology-forward mindset, commitment to innovation, and the ability to lead through complexity are essential. The CFO will be expected to bring rigor and realism to financial forecasting, modernize systems, and foster trust through transparent communication with the Board, senior leadership, faculty, and staff. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of the university with integrity, creativity, and a steadfast commitment to its mission.
Hiring Manager Title President
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Finance
About the Company
Private Catholic liberal arts university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1885
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Education Colleges & Universities University of St. Thomas
Specialties
business education liberal arts mba professional development programs executive education engineering social work social innovation entreprenuership catholic studies school of law changemaker campus computer science ai health care business analytics educational leadership e-12 teacher preparation and special education
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its mission-driven institution. The CFO will be a pivotal leader, responsible for shaping the financial and operational future of the university. This role is central to the institution's growth and transformation, and the successful candidate will be expected to serve as a key architect of financial strategy, institutional stewardship, and operational excellence. The CFO will oversee a broad portfolio, including finance, facilities, auxiliary services, public safety, purchasing, and campus operations, and will lead a large team to manage a significant operating budget.
The ideal candidate for the CFO position at the company will be a strategic and collaborative leader with deep expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and operational management. They must have the presence and credibility to engage effectively with trustees and stakeholders, as well as the emotional intelligence to build a culture of partnership and inclusion. A technology-forward mindset, commitment to innovation, and the ability to lead through complexity are essential. The CFO will be expected to bring rigor and realism to financial forecasting, modernize systems, and foster trust through transparent communication with the Board, senior leadership, faculty, and staff. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of the university with integrity, creativity, and a steadfast commitment to its mission.
Hiring Manager Title President
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Finance