Vice President of Finance and Administrative Affairs/Chief Finance Officer

Vice President for Finance and Administrative Affairs/Chief Financial OfficerPOSITION SUMMARY: The Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer advises the President on all fiscal and budgetary matters for the University. The CFO oversees financial planning and forecasting to support both short- and long-term institutional decision-making. Reporting to the President, the CFO has the responsibility and authority to develop, organize, direct, and coordinate the preparation of the institutional budget and is responsible for the accounting, fiscal reporting, and budgetary controls of the University. This position provides strategic leadership over a portfolio of administrative units, including Financial Aid, Student Accounts, the Business Office, Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing, the One Stop Shop, and Procurement. The CFO supports the President in preparing and presenting actionable recommendations on major administrative initiatives and institutional financial conditions to the BSU Board of Governors, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC), and other key stakeholders.POSITION CLASSIFICATION/COMPENSATION: This is a full-time, non-classified administrative position with a comprehensive state benefits package commensurate with the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The position is exempt from FLSA provisions regarding overtime. Not all activities of this position occur within a standard workday schedule; regular evening and weekend availability and travel, including overnight travel, may be required. This position has been designated as essential, meaning that in the event of an institutional emergency, the employee may be required to remain at or report to work to protect, recover, and continue University operations. Actual compensation will be commensurate with specific qualifications and experience related to the position. The position is dependent upon available funding.MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in a higher education institution or comparable public-sector environment, with emphasis in accounting, finance, or budget management oversight. A minimum of five (5) years of administrative or supervisory experience at the Director level or above. Proven ability to lead internal teams in accomplishing institutional and state-mandated deadlines and outcomes.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with deferred maintenance planning and capital project oversight. Demonstrated experience working with state purchasing regulations, contracts, and procurement compliance. Experience working with State Auditors and managing institutional audits. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is strongly preferred. Experience in financial aid administration and/or student accounts in a higher education setting. Experience presenting financial information to governing boards, legislative bodies, and other external stakeholders. Familiarity with West Virginia public higher education policies, HEPC reporting requirements, and state fiscal processes.BSU welcomes all qualified candidates to apply. For more information about the University, please visit www.bluefieldstate.edu.APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Completed applications are to be submitted in electronic format only to humanresources@bluefieldstate.edu and must include:1. Letter of interest specific to the position;2. A completed BSU Employment Application (form available at https://www.bluefieldstate.edu/resources/human-resources/jobs);3. Resume/CV;4. Contact information for at least three professional references; and5. Transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate).Please do not include photographs or any personal information (e.g. D.O.B, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents. Also, Bluefield State University does not provide H1B visa or employment sponsorship