Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) About the Company Accomplished private Methodist university IndustryHigher Education TypeEducational Institution Founded1923 Employees201-500 Categories EducationBest CollegesBest Liberal ArtsBest MajorsChanging LivesChristian CollegesMcMurry Abilene TexasMcMurry CollegeMcMurry UniversityMcMurry is A Leading Liberal Arts UniversityMethodist UniversityServicesStudent SuccessStudents are Encouraged to ParticipateTrainingUniversities in Texas Specialties educationprofessional career trainingteaching certificationschool of businesskinesiologypsychologybusinessnursingbiologyinternational studentshigher educationand online undergraduate About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership and oversight of its financial health and administrative operations. The CFO will be responsible for leading all financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, investment management, and long-term financial planning. This role requires collaboration with the Board of Trustees’ Finance, Endowment, and Audit Committees to establish financial goals and strategies, as well as the development and monitoring of the institution's annual operating and capital budgets. The CFO will also supervise key leadership roles, ensure compliance with regulations, and serve as a trusted advisor on resource allocation and operational strategies. Candidates for the CFO position at the company must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, with an active CPA certification and a minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in financial operations. A strong understanding of GAAP, FASB standards, and endowment management principles is essential. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree, a proven track record in strategic financial initiatives, and experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. The CFO should be an expert in financial forecasting, budget management, and compliance reporting, with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and inspire teams. Familiarity with the unique financial and operational challenges of higher education institutions is also required. Hiring Manager TitlePresident Functions Finance