Chief Business and Finance Officer

Job Description

Housing & Food Services (HFS) has an outstanding opportunity for a Chief Business and Finance Officer to join their team.

The CBFO provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the financial health and resource alignment of Housing & Food Services (HFS). This includes oversight of financial operations, long-range planning, procurement, and the campus  program, as well as close partnership with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) to ensure technology, data, and financial resources are aligned in support of departmental priorities. The CBFO fosters a strong, collaborative team culture and serves as a visible leader within HFS and across campus.

• Directs the following functions and ensures compliance with applicable University, state, and federal requirements:
  • Financial accounting and reporting (including debt service and asset management)
  • Internal controls and reconciliation of accounting activities
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • Payroll
  • Contract administration, purchasing, and procurement
  • Annual budget development and rate approval process
  • Financial reporting and analysis
• Provides strategic and operational oversight for Husky Card Services, including debit card programs and system integration.
• Provides executive sponsorship and partnership with the Chief Information Officer, ensuring financial and technology strategies are jointly developed and aligned to departmental priorities.
• Supports and reinforces the CIO’s authority over enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, data governance, and technology standards.
• Coordinates with UW Risk Management on insurance coverage and risk mitigation.
• Develops and maintains fiscal and administrative policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate data and reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Develops and maintains business continuity plans.

• Leads development of long-range financial plans and strategies that align with departmental goals and initiatives.
• Partners with the CIO to advance enterprise digital transformation, data-informed decision making, and modernization of core business systems.
• Integrates financial and IT resource planning to support operational efficiency and innovation.
• Oversees financial forecasting, business modeling, and capital planning.
• Develops pro forma analyses for growth and capital development projects.
• Supports expansion of revenue sources to supplement traditional resources.
• Guides strategic and long‑term planning for Husky Card Services.
• Oversees benchmarking reports and development of performance measures.
• Represents HFS in campus‑wide financial planning efforts.

• Builds and sustains a positive, collaborative organizational culture across Finance, IT, and Husky Card teams.
• Serves as a visible leader within HFS and represents the department on University committees and initiatives.
• Champions innovation and continuous improvement in financial and technology practices.
• Ensures the CIO maintains regular, direct engagement with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team on enterprise technology strategy and risk.
• Models values and behaviors that support an inclusive, student‑focused organizational culture.
• Cultivates and sustains effective relationships with campus and external partners.

• Provides coaching, mentorship, and professional development for direct reports and their teams.
• Establishes performance standards and evaluates staff performance.
• Supports succession planning and team cohesion.
• Ensures compliance with department and University personnel policies and procedures.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Ensuring the financial health and stability of HFS, a self‑supporting auxiliary enterprise with a $150 million budget.
• Aligning financial and technology resources to support student success and operational excellence.
• Strengthening fiscal stewardship and risk management across all departmental operations.
• Enhancing campus services through oversight of Husky Card operations and technology integration.

This position directs…