Thomas More University is a Catholic university dedicated to educating students to lead lives of purpose, integrity, faith, and service. Guided by its core values of Hospitality, Humility, Service, and Stewardship, the University seeks a strategic and collaborative financial leader to advance its mission while ensuring long-term financial vitality and institutional sustainability.
Position OverviewThe Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer serves as the University's chief financial officer and principal financial advisor to the President, Senior Leadership Team, and Board of Trustees. Reporting directly to the President, the CFO provides strategic leadership for the University's financial resources and operations while helping position the institution for sustained growth and success.

The CFO oversees:

Financial planning and analysis
Budgeting and forecasting
Accounting and financial reporting
Treasury and cash management
Endowment and investment oversight
Debt management
Audit and regulatory compliance
Risk management
Capital planning and financial sustainability initiatives

The CFO also works closely with enrollment leadership to support tuition revenue strategy, financial aid planning, and student success initiatives in a competitive higher education environment.

Key Leadership Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

Serve as a strategic advisor to the President and Board of Trustees
Lead long-range financial planning and institutional financial modeling
Guide annual operating and capital budgeting processes
Support institutional decision-making through data-driven financial analysis
Strengthen relationships with financial institutions, investment advisors, and external partners
Oversee financial operations and key administrative functions
Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, collaboration, and responsible stewardship
Lead initiatives that support Thomas More University's financial vitality and strategic growth

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline
Master's degree preferred
CPA strongly preferred
Seven or more years of progressive financial leadership experience
Experience working in higher education, particularly at a private, tuition-dependent institution, strongly preferred
Experience working with governing boards and board committees
Demonstrated expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, investments, and institutional planning

The ideal candidate will be:

Mission-centered
Strategic and forward-thinking
Collaborative and relationship-oriented
Steward-minded
Analytical and decisive
Transparent and trustworthy
Innovative and growth-focused
Service-oriented in leadership style

About Thomas More University

Applicants should submit:

Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for Three Professional References

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The University anticipates appointing its next Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer by February 2027

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