Vice President of Finance About the Company Leading music & performing arts institute
Industry
Music
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1946
Employees
1001-5000
Categories EducationMusicUniversitiesBerklee College of MusicEducation Services Specialties Music PerformanceMusic EducationMusic Business/ManagementMusic Theory and CompositionMusic TherapyElectronic Production and DesignFilm ScoringMusic Production and EngineeringSongwritingContemporary Writing and Productionand Professional Music About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President of Finance to work in close collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the financial, budgeting, and reporting infrastructure across all campuses. This role demands a critical financial leader with a strong vision and a passion for transformational change. The Vice President will oversee a large staff and manage a significant operating and capital budget. Strategic leadership and management are key, with a focus on driving financial resourcing and transformation initiatives, and serving on key internal committees. The role also involves optimizing budgeting and reporting processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing relationships with financial vendors and auditors.
Applicants for the Vice President of Finance position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in a financial leadership role within complex higher education or non-profit environments. A background in accounting or audit functions is strongly preferred. The candidate must have a strong understanding of strategic financial management, budgeting, and planning, as well as experience with enterprise financial systems. A CPA or MBA is required, and a CPA is strongly preferred. Personal characteristics should include sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and an entrepreneurial spirit. The role requires a leader with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the ability to work in a complex, fast-paced environment while building relationships and facilitating problem-solving across the institution.
Hiring Manager Title
Chief Financial Officer
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions Finance
