Chief Financial Officer

🇺🇸 Newark, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $156K - $264K

💻 Finance

🗓️ January 8th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Chief Financial Officer for its School of Nursing's Department of Finance. The CFO will plan, implement, and oversee financial activities including budget development, payroll, accounting, and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with university policies. The role also involves managing finance staff, conducting financial analysis, and liaising with central university offices and leadership on budgetary and operational matters.

Highlights

Manage financial operations such as budgeting, payroll, accounting, auditing, and student billing.

Develop and implement fiscal and administrative policies aligned with university standards.

Recruit, direct, and supervise finance staff within the department.

Oversee monthly financial statements, including analysis and reconciliation.

Prepare and submit quarterly financial projections covering all funding sources.

Provide budget variance analysis to maintain financial solvency of the School of Nursing.

Lead monthly finance meetings with the Dean and Senior Vice Dean to discuss financial status and recommendations.

Respond to requests from Rutgers Central Offices and RBHS Chancellor’s Office regarding budgeting and financial operations.

Requires a Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field plus eight years of progressive experience, including five years in a managerial role in governmental, educational, or healthcare settings.