Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About the Company

Well-established local community college

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1915

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Higher Education
• Universities
• Adult School
• Associate
• Blue River
• Campus
• Career
• Certificate
• College
• Community Education
• Degree
• Financial Aid
• Internet
• Job-ready
• Junior College
• Kansas City
• Longview
• MCC
• MCCKC
• Maple Woods
• Missouri
• Online
• Penn Valley
• Scholarship
• School
• Technical
• Training
• Transfer

Specialties

• education and workforce development
• education
• workforce development
• and school

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership and executive oversight of its financial stewardship, long-range planning, budgeting, accounting, treasury, payroll, grants finance and compliance, and financial systems. The CFO will be a key partner in aligning financial resources with the institution's mission, strategic priorities, and long-term sustainability. This role requires a candidate with a strong background in financial management, including extensive experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting within a complex organizational setting. The successful CFO will be responsible for advising the executive leadership team and Board of Trustees on all financial matters, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Applicants for the CFO position at the company should have a minimum of an MBA or a master's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and at least 7 years of management experience in leading finance and administration units. The role demands a deep understanding of the financial challenges and opportunities in higher education, as well as the ability to develop and implement innovative, district-wide financial strategies. The CFO will also be expected to work closely with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and the Foundation to effectively steward scholarship funds and other charitable gifts. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work in a diverse, shared governance environment. A CPA license or credential is preferred, and experience with integrated financial systems is a plus.

Hiring Manager Title
Chancellor

Functions

• Finance