Vice President for Finance

George Mason University invites applications, nominations, and inquiries in the search for its next Vice President for Finance.

This individual must have significant experience and expertise in finance and/or accounting and the ability to collaborate with others to identify opportunities and solutions that advance the strategic goals of a large, complex organization. The next Vice President must be an effective, respected communicator with the ability to translate the University's finances into actionable information for University leadership, George Mason's Board of Visitors, and the broader campus community. They will play a key role in leading transformational change and improvements in business processes and systems. This individual must be a systems thinker with the ability to anticipate and collaboratively manage the impacts of decisions across the organization in a manner that fosters increased partnership and support.

The Vice President will oversee a staff of 100 across the following units of the Fiscal Services division: the Controller's Office; Budget and Planning; Purchasing and Accounts Payable; Fiscal Learning and Engagement; and Financial Planning and Analysis. This individual must have strong leadership skills, including a record of setting and achieving goals, supporting staff development, and ensuring a positive work environment.

George Mason, the largest public research university in Virginia, is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. George Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. The University has an https://fiscal.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023-2024-Executive-Summary-2.pdf of nearly $1.5 billion for fiscal year 2024-25.

A detailed leadership profile is available at https://apptrkr.com/5488614.

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile and a CV or resume. WittKieffer is assisting George Mason University in this search. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and candidates are encouraged to submit materials at their earliest opportunity. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford, Jen Meyers Pickard, Ph.D., and Kim Migoya at GMU-VPFinance@wittkieffer.com.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer committed to promoting inclusion and equity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other trait protected by law.