Vice President of Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer

Provides fiscal administration to the institution. Participates as a member of the President's cabinet to advise the university president on matters pertaining to the financial administration of the university, including, financial analysis, investment management, and supervision of Accounting Services, Information Technology, Purchasing, Receiving, Bookstore, Dining Services, Human Resources, Internal Audit, and Postal Operations. Participates in discussions addressing capital facility planning. Serves as the chief financial officer for the institution.

Date of first consideration:

07/02/2026. Oversee Accounting Services, which includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashier, payroll, fixed assets, grant accounting, annual internal and external financial statements and audits. Supervise Information Technology, Internal Audit, Accounting Services, Purchasing Office, Receiving, Bookstore, and Post Office. Provide financial analysis of various programs, operations on a University-wide perspective and for individual offices and departments across campus. Oversees the institution's Food Service contract. Manage the investment function of the University's institutional and endowment investment pools; Serve as the Public Treasurer for the University. Assist in capital acquisition and financing, including issuance of revenue bonds. Serve on foundation boards - Southern Utah University Foundation and Utah Shakespeare Festival Foundation Serve as the chair of the University Benefits Committee Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Graduate degree- Master's or doctoral degree in accounting, public administration, human resources, or other related field preferred. Seven years of progressive experience in Higher Education administration or other executive-level experience. Experience in Cash and Investment Management and Federal Grant and Contract Management. Proven proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and preparation of financial statements. Supervisory and management experience. Strong financial analytical and communication skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. PC applications expertise- spreadsheets, word processing, Google platform, Banner, and presentations. Preferred Qualifications Understanding of Federal taxation of Not-for-profit organizations Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification Position is contingent on funding. Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, Southern Utah University is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff that require an H1B visa and are currently living outside of the United States.