Responsibilities:
- Financial Strategy: Develop and execute financial strategies that support business goals.
- Operational Oversight: Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks to safeguard assets and profitability.
- Data Analysis: Analyze financial data to spot trends, challenges, and opportunities.
- Investor Relations: Maintain strong relationships with investors, analysts, and financial institutions.
- Capital Allocation: Optimize resource allocation to maximize shareholder value.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial regulations and accounting standards.
- Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred.
- CPA/CFA certification is a plus.
- 15+ years of financial leadership experience, ideally in the education sector.
- Expertise in accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and education-specific standards (e.g., FASB 116).
- Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis for educational institutions.
- Strong knowledge of financial markets and investment strategies relevant to education.
- Familiarity with federal/state financial aid programs and regulations.
- Understanding of risk management in the education industry.
- Experience with ERP systems and finance software used in educational institutions.