Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Batten University (formerly Virginia Wesleyan University) invites applications for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Located in Coastal Virginia Beach, Virginia, Batten University enrolls approximately 1,600 undergraduate students and 3,500 graduate, online, and continuing education learners.

Reporting to the Vice President for Enterprise Strategy, the CFO serves as the University’s chief financial officer and provides strategic leadership for all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, treasury management, audits, investments, debt management, risk management, procurement, and financial planning. The CFO works closely with senior leadership and supports the financial work of the Board of Trustees.

Candidates should possess a master's degree in a relevant field and a record of progressively responsible financial leadership. Experience in higher education, nonprofit finance, strategic planning, capital projects, mergers or acquisitions, and ERP systems is preferred.
CPA preferred
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Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• List of three professional references

Office of the President
Batten University
5817 Wesleyan Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Email: employment