Vice President of Finance & Business Operations / CFO

Vice President of Finance & Business Operations / CFO

TX, United States

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Posted: 5/15/2025

If you are interested in helping Coastal Bend students succeed at CBC, please submit an application to join our team. Coastal Bend College (CBC) is a dynamic, success driven Community College that is focused on student success across 10 counties in South Texas with the main campus in Beeville, TX and 3 other centers in Alice, Kingsville and Pleasanton. We are searching for an engaging, passionate, Vice President of Finance & Business Operations / CFO to help lead our College during this ever-changing Community College environment.

Target start date: 6/30/2025

Employment Type: Exempt

Starting Pay Range: 145,000.00 - 175,000.00

Primary Site Location: Beeville

Closing Date: June 6, 2025

Essential Functions:

The Vice President of Finance and Business Operations/CFO reports directly to the President and is responsible for the Financial, Purchasing, Leasing, and Facilities. The candidate shall manage, supervise, plan, and direct both the operation and the personnel of the above-stated areas. The Vice President must demonstrate an ability to be entrepreneurial and help lead the development and implementation of innovative, College-wide strategies that generate new revenue sources, increase efficiencies, and improve effectiveness while instilling a culture of customer service to the constituencies served.

This position is required to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and private information and a customer-service focus while carrying out job responsibilities and will conduct business in a manner that will uphold the integrity and reputation of Coastal Bend Community College. This position maintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to the policies, regulations, and procedures of the College.

Duties and Responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct the day-to-day operations and activities of the Financial, Purchasing, Leasing, and Facilities. Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard the financial integrity of the College; monitor College operations and ensure compliance with government regulations, higher education, and peer standards

Administer the accounting and fiscal affairs of the College, including those required by not only Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, but also local, state, and federal funding sources and College and Board of Trustees policies

Maintain a working relationship with the College's Foundation

Direct efforts of the facilities operation to provide adequate facilities and properly control costs in order to maintain, construct and renovate College facilities in the best possible manner

In collaboration with the President, will oversee construction projects, ensuring the projects receive proper approval, adequate funding is secured, collaborate on architectural and engineering design, ensure projects are properly bid and once the project is started, monitor that the project stays on schedule and within budget

In collaboration with the President, will provide oversight and responsibility for the development and implementation of the facilities' master plans, facilities management, and maintenance, including capital development

Perform liability risk analysis for all College insurance and make recommendations to the College President for a strategy that protects the College and is cost-efficient

Oversee the Accounts Payable function of the College

Oversee the invoicing and collection of student accounts and other areas of Accounts Receivable

Oversee purchasing and ensure all college, state, and federal policies are maintained. Provide leadership and creativity as it relates to purchasing power, cost expenditures, and savings for the College

Maintain bank relationships and oversee the cash management policies of the College on investments and cash flow to ensure appropriate returns and the continued operation of the College

Oversee the preparation of finance and facilities motions for action by the Board of Trustees and ensure financial statements and reports, cash management reports, and other related reports are shared with the Board upon request and at each board committee and board meeting

Work with certified public accountants and auditors from federal and state agencies to assure proper accounting policies, procedures, and regulations are followed and presented in the College's financial statements to the public, state, and federal agencies and to the various grant agencies

Provide required surveys and reporting to the U.S. Department of Education, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board other cognizant agencies

Oversee and ensure the college audits are performed on time, within budget, and meet all standards. Communicate with the President and legal counsel on various legal issues that may affect the College within assigned areas

Oversee the efforts of assigned departments to maintain contracts for the community, e.g., Food Service, Event Services, Leasing and College Store. Set and realize revenue goals to contribute to the operations of the College

Assist with compensation recommendations, reviewing data, and providing fiscal guidance and participating as directed by the President

Participate in the development, submission, administration, and reporting of college grants, including maintenance of the College's registration in SAM.gov.

Oversee fixed asset inventory, including grant-specific inventory, for insurance and record-keeping purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop, maintain, and implement the strategic long-range plan for all assigned areas; monitor key performance indicators (KPI)

Direct and coordinate preparation of annual goals and objectives; monitor progress and prepare annual summary report for all assigned areas

Coordinate, prepare, recommend, and monitor annual operating and capital budgets for areas of functional responsibility

Select, train, mentor and evaluate assigned personnel; establish and monitor employee performance objectives; prepare and present employee performance reviews; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct unsatisfactory work performance; implement discipline procedures

Enhance professional knowledge by keeping abreast of emerging practices; monitor developing trends; integrate new technologies into assigned programs

Ensure appropriateness of systems to support compliance functions and monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and reporting requirements

Review, develop, maintain, and administer Board of Trustees approved policies for assigned areas

Serve as a member of the President's Cabinet and Council; interact internally and externally with executive-level management to justify, defend, negotiate, or settle matters involving significant or controversial issues

Promote collaboration, partnerships, and professional relationships with business, community organizations, and education and government entities. Ensure that the College is considered a provider of choice with respect to these entities

Participate on board committees, providing reports, updates, and expertise

Provide leadership to campus administration, faculty, staff, and students

Represent the College and the President in the community as needed, as well as at meetings with internal and external groups and organizations

Interact professionally and confidentially with the College community and public

Assume responsibilities for special projects and events

Perform duties in accordance with college policies/procedures and bargaining unit agreements

Advocate for the College and educational foundation at community events/organizations

Oversee the monthly preparation of the financial statements for the Board of Trustees meetings.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the President.

Other Duties

Will participate in college responsibilities such as the Institutional Effectiveness Committee, Task Force, QEP, etc.

Travel Requirements

This position requires travel to CBC's off-site locations. Some travel as needed to attend regional, state, and national conferences for professional development purposes

Environment

Work is generally performed in an office setting with frequent interruptions and changes in the workflow. May require some outdoor work for CBC events.

Minimum qualifications:

Education/Experience

MBA or master's degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related area

Five years of administrative experience at a senior-level financial position required

Accounting experience

Experience working with and supervising employees

Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards

Valid driver's license required

Preferred qualifications:

Education

Degree Equals Master's

Details Equals CPA certification Governmental Accounting Experience

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Vice President of Finance & Business Operations / CFO