Interim Chief Financial Officer and Controller

About the Company

Well-regarded private liberal arts college

Industry
Education Management

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1856

Employees
201-500

Categories

• Education
• Albright College
• Colleges & Universities
• Services
• Training

About the Role

The Company is in need of an Interim Chief Financial Officer and Controller to fulfill a senior leadership role with a focus on financial and operational management. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading an integrated finance and operations program, managing the financial and operational needs of the organization, and overseeing strategic partnerships and risk management. This position requires a skilled and experienced leader with a strong financial, strategic thinking, and administrative background, capable of excelling in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The role also involves setting high standards for fiscal responsibility, inspiring and creating a vision for finance and facilities teams, and actively engaging in institutional planning.Applicants for the Interim Chief Financial Officer and Controller role at the company should possess a minimum of 8 years' of progressive leadership experience in finance, operations, and strategic partnerships, with a preference for those who have worked in a higher education setting. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's or other advanced degree being preferred, and should demonstrate a proven track record in financial management, budget planning, and capital project oversight. Essential qualifications include strong communication and leadership skills, the ability to influence and inspire, and a commitment to the values of shared governance, collaboration, and data-informed decision-making. The role also requires a candidate with the ability to lead and manage change with tact and diplomacy, and a desire to play a meaningful role in the development of the institution and its community.

Hiring Manager Title
President of the College

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Finance