Vice President Finance and Administration​/Chief Financial Officer

Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer

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The Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer (VPFA/CFO) provides leadership to Winona State University’s division of Finance and Administration, including oversight of the university’s Financial, Facilities, Human Resources, Campus Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, and Emergency Management functions. Reporting directly to the President and serving as a member of the President’s Cabinet, the VPFA/CFO contributes business intelligence to the university’s executive leadership team.

The VPFA/CFO is responsible for ensuring the fiscal and administrative integrity of the university. This is a full‑time, at‑will administrator position. The salary range for this position is $155,453–$248,614 with placement based upon qualifications and experience.

• Minimum:
  Master’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field. If not a degree in those areas, relevant experience in finance and operations in higher education may be considered.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a large, complex organization.
• Professional experience in a combination of the following areas: financial management, annual and strategic budgeting, facilities management, capital project planning, human resource management, and emergency management.
• Extensive experience in budgeting, financial planning and modeling as well as institution‑wide planning and analysis.

Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with a 97 percent employment rate after graduation. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds.

Winona State University’s mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.

Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. Once one of the Midwest’s most prominent cities due to its location on the river, Winona enjoys a rich legacy of historic buildings and vintage homes. Winona State University is located in the heart of the city, with convenient access to shopping, outdoor recreation, social activities, and community resources.

Winona is also home to a wide range of art, music, and theater opportunities, along with museums, collaborative creator spaces, and numerous festivals such as Mid‑West Music Fest, Great River Shakespeare Festival, and Frozen River Film Festival. WSU’s Rochester campus is located in Minnesota’s third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

For a complete job description and information on applying for this position, please go to https://mi Applications received by January 20, 2026, will be given priority consideration.

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WSU is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

and is an equal opportunity educator and employer.