Vice President Financial Services​/Chief Financial Officer

Meridian Community College invites applications for the position of Vice President for Financial Services/Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting directly to the President, the CFO provides executive leadership and oversight for all financial and business operations of the College, including:

• Accounting, Budgeting, and Auditing
• Financial Reporting and Investments
• Human Resources and Risk Management
• Physical Plant and Auxiliary Services (Food Services and the Eagle’s Nest Bookstore)
• As a key member of the President’s Cabinet, the CFO serves as the College’s chief steward of public funds and a trusted advisor to the President and Board of Trustees. The CFO ensures fiscal integrity, compliance with state and federal regulations, and long-term financial stability in support of the College’s mission of student success and community service.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field OR CPA license
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in financial leadership, such as Director of Finance, Assistant CFO, or CFO
• Strong leadership, communication, team management and decision-making skills with a proven record of fiscal stewardship, while promoting a culture of accountability and service
• Ability to prudently manage complex budgets, financial compliance, and reporting requirements

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Mississippi community college funding structures and state-level reporting (or equivalent state system)
• Proven track record of leading clean external audits with minimal or no findings
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and compliance standards
• Experience overseeing auxiliary enterprises (e.g., bookstore, food services, housing, contract operations, or similar operations
• Familiarity with federal and state grant compliance (Department of Education, OMB Circulars, etc.)
• Experience with risk management programs, including insurance, compliance, and safety initiatives
• Familiarity with enterprise financial systems (Ellucian Banner, Campus Cafe or similar ERP)
• Experience working effectively with boards of trustees and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
• A record of strategic leadership that supports institutional growth, student success, and mission-driven decision-making

Salary and Benefits
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Meridian Community College offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and tuition benefits.