Chief Financial Officer at Kansas City Art Institute – Kansas City, Missouri

Direct the establishment of a collaborative and transparent budget process.Provide strategic budget updates and financial presentations to appropriate stakeholders.Maintain high-level oversight of the accounting and financial reporting systems to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Lead the institutional relationship with independent auditors for annual audits and the completion of Form 990.Oversee the management of institutional lending, banking relationships, and 2018 bond offering covenants and payments.

Serve as the primary administrative liaison to the Board of Trustees committees for Finance & Audit, Investments, and Retirement and Benefits.Oversee the relationship with outsourced CIO firms to ensure the proper management and growth of endowment funds.Review investment activities and strategies with the President and the Board's Investments Committee.

Provide financial oversight of employee benefits and compensation, with the support of the VP of People & Culture.Support the administration of the institutional insurance program and comprehensive risk management strategies.Collaborate with the VP of Enrollment Management to guide enrollment targets and financial aid models relevant to the annual budget.Advise the EVP of Advancement & Strategic Communications on the management and reporting of endowed and designated funds.Coordinate with General Counsel on all legal matters and compliance requirements related to college administration.

Other duties as assigned.

Vice President of AdministrationAssociate Vice President of Finance and Accounting (Business Office)Administrative Coordinator

In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and procedures specific to educational institution auditing and reporting.Thorough understanding of federal and state regulations related to higher education finance, accreditation reporting, and Form 990 completion.Advanced knowledge of endowment fund management, investment strategies, and the oversight of outsourced investment activities.Expertise in collaborative and transparent budget processes, including the ability to oversee complex enrollment targets and financial aid projections.Broad understanding of wage and salary administration and the strategic oversight of employee benefit programs.Proficiency in risk management principles and the administration of institutional insurance programs.Exceptional skill in presenting complex financial information to relevant stakeholders.Advanced proficiency in SIS, ERP, and Financial Management Tools, as well as expert-level Excel skills for budget spreadsheets and charts.Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and high ethical standards in all professional dealings.

Bachelor’s degree required in Business/Finance or other related fieldCPA DesignationStrong accounting and fiscal management skills, including budget modeling and forecastingAbility to effectively manage othersStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAdept at the following:Microsoft Office SuiteGmail/Google SuiteAdvanced Excel skills including charts and budget spreadsheetsSIS, ERP, and Financial Management ToolsAbility to work in a collaborative and transparent team environment, with strong collegial characteristics

10 years of accounting/management experience.Experience in Higher EducationExperience working in a Not-for-Profit