Interim AVP, Financial Services

The Associate Vice President, Financial Services serves as the senior financial leader responsible for the organization's accounting and financial operations. This role provides strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, procurement, accounts payable, treasury, student account services, grants administration, tax compliance, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on financial executive with strong leadership experience, deep accounting expertise, and a proven ability to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and support organizational decision‑making through timely and accurate financial reporting.

Job Title: Interim AVP, Financial Services
Location/ Work Structure :
Cincinnati, OH | Onsite Position Summary

The Associate Vice President, Financial Services serves as the senior financial leader responsible for the organization's accounting and financial operations. This role provides strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, procurement, accounts payable, treasury, student account services, grants administration, tax compliance, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on financial executive with strong leadership experience, deep accounting expertise, and a proven ability to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and support organizational decision‑making through timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Lead all accounting and financial operations, including general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, treasury, procurement, accounts payable, grants administration, tax compliance, and student account services.
• Direct month‑end and year‑end close processes and oversee preparation of audited financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and coordinate annual audits.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and operational controls.
• Oversee cash management, investments, debt compliance, and banking relationships.
• Lead budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, automation efforts, and ERP system optimization.
• Build, mentor, and lead a team of finance leaders, managers, and staff.
• Present financial information and recommendations to executive leadership and governing stakeholders.
• Partner with organizational leaders to support strategic planning and long‑term financial sustainability.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA license.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing managers and/or directors.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading financial systems implementations or optimization initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and lead organizational change.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Workday.
• Experience in budgeting, treasury management, investments, debt compliance, and procurement.
• Experience with in higher education, government, or other complex organizations.
• Additional professional certifications such as CGFM or CMA.