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Marymount University · 2 months ago

Vice President for Finance and Operations

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

Marymount University is a nationally recognized Catholic university committed to academic excellence and serving others. The Vice President for Finance & Operations will serve as the Chief Financial and Operating Officer, responsible for developing the university's financial strategy and ensuring operational excellence.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Develop the university's financial strategy, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining institutional sustainability

Offer executive leadership and strategic oversight of the university's financial affairs, facilities, human resources, and auxiliary services

Collaborate with campus leaders, the Board of Trustees, and senior administrators to develop innovative financial strategies, optimize operations, and ensure fiscal stability while advancing Marymount's mission

Steward the university's resources with integrity and vision, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and strategic investment that supports institutional growth and student success

Oversee treasury, budgeting, audit, investments, accounting, purchasing, real estate, insurance, facilities operations, auxiliary services, and human resources

Maintain robust procedures and systems that ensure adequate financial controls, accurate reporting, and regulatory compliance while supporting the university's academic mission

Qualification

Financial managementFund accountingDebt structuringContract managementFinancial forecastingFinancial analysisChange managementProject managementNegotiationsOperating efficienciesData synthesisStaff managementDecisivenessIntegrityStrategic mindset

Required

A minimum of a master's degree or MBA from an accredited institution is required

At least 7 years of senior-level experience in negotiating, finance, and operations

Strength in fund accounting, debt structuring, contract management, internal controls, project management, financial forecasting and planning, financial analysis, change management, negotiations, and operating efficiencies

A strong track record of success in financial administration

Extensive experience in and knowledge of financial management practices

Current and knowledgeable on changing and emerging trends in higher education and finances, including financial aid leveraging and net-tuition revenue enhancement

Decisive, able to make difficult decisions, and execute them effectively

A forward-thinking, positive nature with an entrepreneurial and strategic mindset

Demonstrated ability to develop trust and to operate with fairness, integrity, and diplomacy

Experience in supporting governing boards and in staffing committees or subgroups on matters of a financial, capital investment, or administrative nature

A capacity to manage a diverse portfolio and represent and balance the needs of multiple constituencies

Ability to synthesize and use data to make informed decisions

Experience recruiting, managing, leading, developing, retaining, and empowering a talented and diverse staff