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Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Finance

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confidentialBel Air (MD)

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About the role

Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Finance
About the Company:
  • Statewide network of higher education institutions
  • IndustryHigher Education
  • TypeEducational Institution
  • Founded2011Employees5001-10,000 Categories
  • CommunitiesEducationHigher Education
  • TrainingSpecialtieshigher education
About the Role: The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to serve as its senior financial executive and principal financial advisor. The CFO will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the company's financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, accounting, treasury, procurement, and risk management. This role requires a collaborative leader who can navigate a complex public higher education environment and balance long-term financial sustainability with the needs of students and institutions. The CFO will also be involved in systemwide financial governance, working closely with institutional leaders to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with the company's priorities. Candidates for the CFO position at the company should have a proven track record of working with diverse stakeholders and possess excellent communication and information technology skills. A strong background in financial and facilities management, as well as experience in a complex union environment, is essential. The ideal candidate will have an MBA or advanced degree, a CPA or comparable work experience, and a minimum of 10 years' executive-level experience. Experience in public sector financial management or public higher education finance is preferred. The CFO must be a strategic thinker, with the ability to make sound decisions and provide credible guidance in a highly visible public-sector role. Hiring Manager Title ChancellorFunctionsFinance

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