Executive Vice President, Administration & Finance/CFO

Company Description:

About Curry College:

Founded in 1879, Curry College is a private, four-year, liberal
arts-based institution in Milton Massachusetts. In addition to the main campus classes for adult learners are also offered at our campus at
Cordage Park in historic Plymouth. Curry College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Curry College
offers 22 undergraduate majors, over 60 minors and concentrations, as well as five graduate programs. 

The Curry College mission is
to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective. We are an
inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing our legacy of developing effective communicators with
reflective and critical thinking skills. We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve
their ambitions.

Curry College provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and our rich
blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities. Learning at
Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that we do.

Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students,
faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of Curry College. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX.

Job
Description:

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Executive Vice President Administration & Finance is the chief
financial officer for the College, providing strategic, leadership, financial/operational leadership and management oversight of all
financial, Student Accounts, Information Technology Services (ITS), Conference Services, Mail/Copy Center and facilities (Building and
Grounds) functions. The EVP/CFO reports to the President, and serves as a member of Executive Team, a collaborative body which provides
strategic and operational direction to the College. The EVP/CFO provides strategic financial guidance and recommendations on the operations
to the President and Executive Team, setting and achieving the mission, goals and objectives of the College. This position oversees and
manages a wide range of financial functions, including accounting and financial reporting, treasury, investment management, cash management,
debt management, budget and planning, and financial analysis. The EVP/CFO works closely with the Executive Team as well as Senior Staff and
provides support for several committees of the Board of Trustees. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1.  Strategic
Management: 

• Provides financial leadership, develops and continually assesses policies, systems and
  operations.
• Interprets overall enterprise operational results as they affect financial performance and institutional objectives and
  makes specific recommendations that will result in improved efficiency, cost reduction and effectiveness.
• Develop and oversee the
  management of fiscal policies, systems that protect College assets, direct long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment
  with College strategic plan.
• Prepare and maintain dynamic short and long-term financial models that incorporate the College’s
  strategic objectives and goals.
• Works with the College community to build an academic, physical and economic infrastructure and
  campus climate that both differentiates the College and contributes materially to student success.

2.   Financial and
Operational Management: 

• Oversees the financial well-being of the institution.
• Participates with the Executive Team
  in developing and implementing the College’s strategy. 
• Develops short- and long-term financial plans, directs the preparation of
  the annual budget, internal audit, accounting, treasury, and financial analysis/reporting to include preparation of financial statements,
  tax returns, and reports for both government regulatory agencies and the Board of Trustees.
• Maintains and enhances financial
  reporting systems for assessing financial performance and provides for the ongoing development of controls and standards necessary to
  safeguard college assets and comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Offers direction and analysis on long-range economic trends
  and participates in identifying and evaluating revenue growth opportunities and possibilities for expansion into new areas.
• Reviews
  and recommends actions to ensure uniform business management and provides guidance on long range plans for physical, technological, and
  financial resources.
• Responds to all constituencies as needed and appropriate, from the Board of Trustees to external agencies and
  fund managers.
• Represents the College with lenders, investment managers and various other external contacts.
• Develops and
  maintains effective working relationships with Executive Team of the College.
• Serves as a role model in supporting the College’s
  core values and abiding by the College’s guidelines, by-laws, and policies.
• Oversee the investment management function of endowment,
  working closely with investment advisor and any related professional services to ensure compliance with the College’s investment
  policy.

3.  Operational Development and Objectives:

• Capital Projects and Facilities:  Oversee the
  College’s Building and Grounds function, managed by Vice President of Facilities, including the College’s master planning, space management,
  sustainability planning and emergency management planning.
• Information Technology Services:  Oversee the College’s
  Information Technology Services Department managed by the Vice President and Chief Information Officer including the department’s strategic
  plan and its alignment with the College’s overall strategic plan.
• Accounting/Finance/Student Accounts:  Oversee the
  College’s Accounting and Finance Department with assistance from the Associate Vice President for Finance.  Ensure the College’s finances
  align with the overall mission of the College.  Responsible for all financial and compliance audits, bond and debt compliance, cash
  management and banking relationships.
• Mailroom and Copy Center: Oversees the College’s delivery of mail services and copy
  center functions to aid in the efficiency and utilization of resources to internal departments to meet business
  needs.  
• Procurement: Oversee the College’s purchasing and risk management functions, managed by the Manager of Procurement
  and Risk Management, including identifying opportunities for and initiating and evaluating Requests for Proposals and developing best
  practices for its day-to-day operation. Reviews policies and contracts, assess service levels and cost and manages bid process.  The Manager
  of Procurement /Risk Management works closely with user departments to aid in selecting vendors, negotiating pricing, and processing
  requisitions and purchase orders.
• Risk Management: Review and assess the College’s risk management program, primarily
  through oversight of insurance program, but also through implementation and monitoring of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and safety
  programs.
• Suffolk University Shared Services Partnership: work with counterpart at Suffolk University to manage current
  shared positions and discuss potential new positions.

4.  Committee Membership

Serves as a member of the
Strategic Plan Committee, 403(b) Committee, Health Insurance Committee, and Position Review Committee.  Also participates as a member of the
Board of Trustees Finance and Audit Committee which includes investment management as well as oversight of physical facilities.

5.  Staff Management and Development  

The EVP/CFO directs a team of five, managing work allocation, problem resolution and
motivating staff to achieve results.  Manages the selection, employment, compensation and evaluation of staff.  Motivates employees to
achieve results and makes recommendations regarding division personnel and encourages staff professional growth. 

ESSENTIAL
CHARACTERISTICS:   

Successful performance of this position demands consistent demonstration of the following
uncompromisable performance characteristics:

A positive, team-oriented, supportive and mission drive leader who is open, genuine and
down-to-earth.  They must take ownership of their responsibilities, take the initiative and exercise sound judgement; build strong,
respectful and trusted relationships; and be dedicated and motivated to grow strengths and improve the College.

Must have
exceptionally high standards, led by example, make tough decisions and have a sense of urgency. Ethics must be beyond reproach. Have a sense
of community that will allow their integration into Curry to be a very natural one. A team player who is comfortable with ongoing ambiguity
and has strong emotional intelligence.

Be a creative leader, manager, coach and mentor, and must successfully attract and retain
other talented executives. Specifically, s/he must develop the infrastructure and management team skill set to effectively deliver project
objectives. The ability to lead and support, not command and control, is important. This individual should be willing to “go the extra mile”
for Curry and his/her staff. Candidates should be hardworking, and people orientated.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:    
 

• Assess current events and proactively initiate emergency response plans in anticipation of potential issues that could impact
  the College.       
• Chair or participate as a member on committees as assigned or requested.
• The EVP/CFO will provide
  administrative, professional, or technical services as needed and in accordance with his/her expertise to any and every issue, project, or
  program assigned by the President in furtherance of the College’s mission.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

An advanced degree required, specifically a master’s degree in business administration or
public accounting with a concentration in accounting, finance or management is highly valued.  

Must have broad and deep experience
serving as the EVP/CFO and overseeing administrative functions of a robust, multifaceted organization. At least ten years of significant
fiscal management responsibility with direct responsibility in areas of fiscal analysis, forecasting, borrowing, accounting, and financial
reporting.

Knowledge of/experience in higher education financial operations is preferred, but not required.

Demonstrated prior
success that is measurable and consistent, in addition to demonstrated advancement of the candidate’s career.

Extensive experience
leading and developing individual staff and teams.

Superb writing and presentation skills.

Knowledge of federal and state
financial regulations.

The ideal candidate is an innovator who has demonstrated the ability to make high impact improvements while
building consensus for change. The ideal candidate must have strong business management and leadership skills and must demonstrate the
ability to develop and lead finance, treasury and administrative services for Curry College.

They must be a strategic thinker who
will maximize the College’s core businesses, while also implementing new ideas and initiatives to grow the institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Executive management experience in education or government.

Additional Information:

Curry College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or
expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including
Title IX.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be directed to the College’s Title IX Coordinator, Rachel King at Rachel.king@curry.edu, (617) 979-3516, or King Academic Administration Building, 55 Atherton St, or
US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) – Boston Office, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921, (617)
289-0111.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online at https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/job-opportunities Interested applicants must submit a
cover letter and C.V. at the time of application.