Appalachian State University
Chief Financial Officer
🇺🇸 Boone, NC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Finance
🗓️ July 31st, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Appalachian State University is hiring a Chief Financial Officer. The CFO will lead the university's financial operations, develop financial strategies, oversee budget management, ensure accurate financial reporting, and manage risk to support the institution's mission and long-term goals while advising the Chancellor and collaborating with senior leadership.
Highlights
- Lead financial strategy, multi-year financial modeling, and forecasting.
- Oversee budget preparation, implementation, and monitoring.
- Ensure compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and timely financial reporting to the Board of Trustees and stakeholders.
- Manage financial risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Provide leadership to the budget and finance team, fostering accountability and collaboration.
- Collaborate with Chancellor, Executive Vice Chancellors, and senior leaders to align financial and operational priorities.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders including donors, government agencies, and financial institutions.
- Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field, with CPA or CFA preferred, and at least 10 years progressive financial management experience including 5 years in senior leadership.
- Must have knowledge of higher education financial regulations, experience managing complex research budgets, and strong ethical and supervisory skills.
- Salary commensurate with experience; full-time position reporting to the Chancellor within the Finance & Operations department.
Chief Financial Officer Full Description
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Position Title | Chief Financial Officer
Location | Boone, North Carolina
Faculty Rank | No
Provide Rank |
Position Number | 000111
Department | Finance & Operations VC - 400000
Location | Boone, North Carolina
Faculty Rank | No
Provide Rank |
Position Number | 000111
Department | Finance & Operations VC - 400000
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications | Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. CPA or CFA certification preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. In-depth knowledge of finance, budgeting, and investment management. Familiarity with emerging issues, trends, relevant regulations and compliance requirements in higher education. Demonstrated understanding of complex research budget portfolios composed of state funds, extramural funding from sponsored grants and contracts, facilities and administration costs, and licensing fees. The ability and commitment to safeguard all fiscal, human, technological and physical assets with ethical practices, strong internal controls, and corrective action to address audit findings. The ability and commitment to build and maintain collaborative and consultative partnerships across organizational units and divisions. An understanding and strong appreciation of the mission, values, and principles of Appalachian State University. Effective communication and excellent supervisory and management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
License/Certification Required |
Preferred Qualifications | CPA preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | About the opportunity:
Appalachian State University has a tradition of excellence and growth, consistently striving to provide transformational educational access to all while finding new and innovative ways to meet the needs of the students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding communities. The university is stepping into a new phase of growth and innovation that provides an exciting future. The Chief Financial Officer will have the opportunity to engage in impactful work that will play a pivotal role in the growth and innovation that takes place at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian State University is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial operations. The CFO will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the university, ensuring financial health and stability, and supporting the institution’s mission and goals. Reporting to the CFO are the Office of Budget Management, Controller, and Procurement Services. This role requires an individual with vision and high integrity who possesses a strong background in finance, strategic planning, and financial management.
Reporting directly to the Chancellor, the Chief Financial Officer oversees the financial/budget functions of the university. This person serves as a vitally important senior member of the administration and is expected to provide proactive, strategic advice to the Chancellor regarding the achievement of the mission of the University through sophisticated and forward-thinking financial and administrative policies and procedures. The position will also lead the University’s capital financing and debt management strategy. The ability to successfully represent and consult with the Board of Trustees, the UNC System Office, and the Board of Governors is a crucial component of the success of the position.
This responsibility includes overseeing/ensuring the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the ability to provide additional accurate analytical, financial, and accounting information that will allow the Chancellor and members of the administration to make informed decisions and select appropriate courses of action.
Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy: Develop, implement, and lead multi-year financial modeling, scenario planning, and forecasting to anticipate future risks and opportunities that support the university’s long-term goals and objectives. Budget Management: Oversee the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the university’s budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Board of Trustees and other stakeholders. Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the budget and finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Collaboration: Work closely with the Chancellor, Executive Vice Chancellors, and other senior leaders to align financial strategies with academic and operational priorities. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and financial institutions, to support the university’s financial health.
Type of Position | Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty | Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship? | VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type | 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with occasional nights and weekends.
Number of Hours Per Week | 40+
Number of Months Per Year | 12
Mandatory Staff | No
Suggested Salary Range | Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Physical Demands of Position | Standard Office Environment
License/Certification Required |
Preferred Qualifications | CPA preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | About the opportunity:
Appalachian State University has a tradition of excellence and growth, consistently striving to provide transformational educational access to all while finding new and innovative ways to meet the needs of the students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding communities. The university is stepping into a new phase of growth and innovation that provides an exciting future. The Chief Financial Officer will have the opportunity to engage in impactful work that will play a pivotal role in the growth and innovation that takes place at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian State University is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial operations. The CFO will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the university, ensuring financial health and stability, and supporting the institution’s mission and goals. Reporting to the CFO are the Office of Budget Management, Controller, and Procurement Services. This role requires an individual with vision and high integrity who possesses a strong background in finance, strategic planning, and financial management.
Reporting directly to the Chancellor, the Chief Financial Officer oversees the financial/budget functions of the university. This person serves as a vitally important senior member of the administration and is expected to provide proactive, strategic advice to the Chancellor regarding the achievement of the mission of the University through sophisticated and forward-thinking financial and administrative policies and procedures. The position will also lead the University’s capital financing and debt management strategy. The ability to successfully represent and consult with the Board of Trustees, the UNC System Office, and the Board of Governors is a crucial component of the success of the position.
This responsibility includes overseeing/ensuring the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the ability to provide additional accurate analytical, financial, and accounting information that will allow the Chancellor and members of the administration to make informed decisions and select appropriate courses of action.
Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy: Develop, implement, and lead multi-year financial modeling, scenario planning, and forecasting to anticipate future risks and opportunities that support the university’s long-term goals and objectives. Budget Management: Oversee the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the university’s budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Board of Trustees and other stakeholders. Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the budget and finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Collaboration: Work closely with the Chancellor, Executive Vice Chancellors, and other senior leaders to align financial strategies with academic and operational priorities. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and financial institutions, to support the university’s financial health.
Type of Position | Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty | Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship? | VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type | 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with occasional nights and weekends.
Number of Hours Per Week | 40+
Number of Months Per Year | 12
Mandatory Staff | No
Suggested Salary Range | Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Physical Demands of Position | Standard Office Environment
Posting Details Information
Posting Date | 05/17/2025
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins | 06/09/2025
Proposed Date of Hire |
Special Instructions to Applicants | For consideration, please attach the required documents: Resume List of References with Contact Information
Search Chair Name | J.J. Brown
Search Chair Email | brownjj1@appstate.edu
Quick Link | https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/51002
Posting Number | 201501659P
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins | 06/09/2025
Proposed Date of Hire |
Special Instructions to Applicants | For consideration, please attach the required documents: Resume List of References with Contact Information
Search Chair Name | J.J. Brown
Search Chair Email | brownjj1@appstate.edu
Quick Link | https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/51002
Posting Number | 201501659P
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- List of References with Contact Information
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Contact Us:
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
Phone: 828-262-3187
Fax: 828-262-6489
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
Phone: 828-262-3187
Fax: 828-262-6489
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