CFO

CFO

Finance & Administration

Finance & Administration

The CFO is St. Catherine’s chief financial officer and they responsible for the leadership and oversight of key financial, operational and administrative functions. This position collaborates regularly with trustees, senior administrators, faculty, department directors, vendors and various external partners to inform and develop strategy, forecast and understand the financial impact of business and operational decisions, optimize performance, build sustainability and ensure legal and regulatory compliance. The CFO directs the timely and accurate gathering, analysis and reporting of financial and operational information for key constituents such as University trustees, our president, senior administrators, external funders, regulatory authorities, appropriate committees and the University community at-large. In addition to the financial management of the University, the CFO is responsible for the strategic management and oversight of Enterprise Risk Management, Capital Structure, Investment Management, Facilities and Grounds, Public Safety, Auxiliary Services, Student Accounts, Supply Chain, Real Estate and contract management. Directly supports three committees of the Board of Trustees; Strategic Planning & Priorities – Finance, Infrastructure, Resources and Investment – Audit.

Must value diversity in all of its forms and organize people around their individual strengths and potential; ability to coach staff to pursue stretch goals and resolve challenges; ability to empower staff to make large as well as small decisions needed in a nimble, transformative environment; ability to celebrate individual and team successes

Minimum of fifteen years of significant, successful and progressive experience in managing complex financial affairs, preferably in higher education

A minimum of three years’ experience working with Boards and external partners

Successful experience with strategic budget development, debt and investment portfolio management, financial analysis, cost containment and a demonstrated understanding of facilities, capital construction, and the strategic value of information technology.

Proven competency in external financial reporting and regulatory compliance, including, financial tax and ERISA filings.

Competence within a broad spectrum of responsibilities spanning financial, and facilities management, and information technology

A minimum of fifteen years successfully analyzing and determining the implications of financial data, communicating information effectively and making appropriate recommendations for action

CPA and/or MBA preferred.
Commitment to the core elements of the University’s mission: Catholic, women and liberal arts

Passionate about the education of women at every stage of life

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a president, leadership team and the University’s Cabinet

Works collaboratively in multi-leveled decision-making processes within a complex organization

Delivers results accurately and on time

Demonstrated capacity to understand the complex issues facing higher education

Works effectively on a collaborative basis with a wide range of constituencies and stakeholders in a diverse community

Excellent organizational, written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

A strong understanding of university-wide governance and faculty roles within that structure

Ability to develop financial strategies that will support the student experience

Systems thinking and best-practice orientation to identify strategic opportunities to build support for change and innovation

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment. For information, contact NAME at EMAIL@stkate.edu. Application deadline is DATE.

St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.

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01/23/2025

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