Chief Financial Officer

Company: Nebhe
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Harvard University Graduate School of Design Details Posted: 21-Feb-23Location: USA - MA - CambridgeType: Full-timeSalary: OpenCategories: Financial Staff/Administrative Internal Number: 61477BR The Harvard University Graduate School of Design is dedicated to the education and development of design professionals in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, and urban design. With a commitment to design excellence that demands the skillful manipulation of form and technology and draws inspiration from a broad range of social, environmental, and cultural issues, the Graduate School of Design provides leadership for shaping the built environment of the 21st century.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Graduate School of Design (GSD) r eports to the Administrative Dean, with a dotted line to the Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Harvard University. The CFO provides leadership and financial strategy in budgeting, planning, financial management, research administration, and reporting for the GSD with an annual budget of $70+ million. As a member of the School's Administrative Leadership Council, the CFO acts as a senior advisor to the Dean and other members of the school's leadership team on strategic and long-range financial planning matters and represents the school at the University level.

• The CFO will lead a team of eight in the execution of the Design School's financial planning, financial operations, and research administration.
• Leads the annual and multi-year operating and capital budget/planning processes, financial risk assessment, financial reporting and analysis, accounting operations, payroll administration, general ledger management, and service delivery for the Finance Office.
  • Oversees the Design School's department of Research Administration, which supports the development of grant proposals and provides post-award reporting, compliance oversight, and grants management.
  • Directs creation and maintenance of financial systems/procedures, payrolls, general accounting, and interim and year-end closings. Implements and ensures compliance with School and University financial policies and procedures.
    • Advises Development staff on structuring gift proposals and reviews restricted fund terms.
    • Supports donor stewardship and effective, term-compliant use of donor funds.
    • Serves as a resource to staff regarding department operating budgets and other financial matters.
    • Collaborates with Administrative Dean and senior staff to provide leadership in the overall administrative function of the school, and University-wide issues such as compliance, planning, reporting, risk management, contracts management etc.
    • Provides creative problem-solving on financial issues confronting the school.
    • Serves as GSD representative on the Financial Dean's Forum and serves on university committees.
    • Serves as a strategic business partner to GSD Senior leadership with the opportunity to make a significant impact by identifying strategic opportunities, improving operational efficiencies, and enhancing processes and systems to support the mission of the Design School. Basic Qualifications Advanced degree in accounting, financial management, business administration or related field required. Minimum of 10 years of related financial experience, including budgeting, forecasting, non-profit accounting, and financial management. Expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and strategic planning. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
      Additional Qualifications and Skills Experience managing a multi-functional financial team preferred. Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, problem solving, influencing, and collaboration skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to work under deadlines. Experience in higher education strongly preferred. Excellent verbal and written, interpersonal, presentation, and customer service skills with diverse audiences.
      Physical Requirements Position involves frequent use of computer keyboard and mouse.
      Working Conditions This position will be based in Cambridge, MA. Flexible work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process.
      Additional Information Harvard University continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff, and students, as well as the wider community. Please note that all new employees will be required to provide confirmation of primary series COVID-19 vaccination upon hire, as detailed on our COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Webpage . Harvard University Health Services employees and other health care individuals are also required to be up to date on vaccination as described by the CDC. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. Additional information regarding this requirement, exemptions, verification of vaccination status, and other related policies and resources may be found on the University's COVID-19 Information Website .
      Salary Grade: 061Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
      Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
      Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
      
      EEO Statement
      We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. Create a Job Alert for Similar Jobs About Harvard University Graduate School of Design Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States. Connections working at Harvard University Graduate School of Design

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