Marietta College - Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller
Marietta College - Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller
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Marietta College
Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller
Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller
Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Marietta College in its search for Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller.
For full consideration please apply by July 23 2025.
Marietta College seeks an experienced financial leader to serve as Assistant Vice President of Finance and Controller a pivotal leadership role at a time of momentum and transformation. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced financial professional to drive strategic fiscal operations shape long-term financial planning and support the institutions mission through operational excellence and collaborative leadership. Marietta College continues to refine and implement its strategic initiatives with a strong commitment to succession planning.
Reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO the Assistant Vice President will oversee a broad portfolio that includes financial reporting budgeting compliance and internal controls. The position leads a dedicated and motivated team of five professionals within the Accounting & Business Services Department and will play a key role in modernizing financial systems streamlining processes and supporting key institutional priorities. The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of accounting principles a proactive approach to process improvement and a genuine commitment to staff mentorship and leadership development.
Rooted in a tradition of academic excellence and responsible financial stewardship Marietta College offers the close-knit culture of a liberal arts institution combined with the strategic ambition of a forward-focused university. Located in historic Marietta Ohio the College enjoys a picturesque campus and a strong connection to the local community while also offering access to larger metropolitan areas such as Pittsburgh Columbus and Akron.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares quarterly financials and monthly operating results for review by CFO Cabinet and Board of Trustees.
- Performs month quarter and year end closing procedures including preparation of schedules and journal entries.
- Prepares cash flow projections and monitors cash balances.
- Prepares annual operating budget including coordinating with various departments on assumptions.
- Reconciles and prepares schedule for a unitized investment fund.
- Prepares debt covenant calculations for banks and monitors for compliance.
- Analyzes financial results and produces ad hoc reports.
- Assists in preparing for Board of Trustee meetings including Audit Finance and Investment Committees. Takes minutes for the committee meetings.
- Establishes procedures and implements new software in accordance with GAAP.
- Coordinates annual audit and 990 tax return with external auditing firm.
- Provides supervision for five employees in the Accounting & Business Services Department.
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS
- Understand and fulfill job duties within the scope of the mission statement.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of the College.
- Maintains professionalism in actions communication and behavior in every aspect of the position.
- Attends and completes any required training certifications or other professional development.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to prioritize and exercise independent judgement in high pressure situations while maintaining composure and a professional demeanor.
- Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP.
- Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work with large sets of data is required.
- Skilled at preparing financial reports with accuracy and superior attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service communication skills when interacting with the campus community and Board of Trustees.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to supervise employees creating an atmosphere of professionalism and an environment that is positive and promotes a sustainable work/life balance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in accounting finance business or related field
- At least five years of professional experience in accounting with a progression of increased responsibility at the Director/Manager level
- Proven experience driving large scale process improvements and implementing change
- Experience in higher education is required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters degree in accounting
- CPA certification
About the Institution
For nearly two centuries Marietta College has embraced its commitment to serving young adults seeking to better their lives and to turn their lifes passions into actionable good in the world. Committed to a contemporary liberal arts education and home to the 16th oldest chapter of Phi Beta Kappa Marietta offers more than 40 undergraduate programs as well as graduate programs in Physician Assistant Studies Sustainability Leadership and Psychology.
At Marietta students learn from talented faculty members who are respected in their fields and wholly dedicated to teaching the next generation of leaders. Our professors share their knowledge with students and challenge them to develop their skillsets through serious research experiential opportunities and internships. Every student completes Mariettas rigorous General Education Curriculum which builds strong communication skills and exposes students to new ideas and interests.
Our varsity athletic teams compete in NCAA Division III and against some of the best in the nation as a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference and Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference. Marietta has won six national championships and 64 conference titles including an OAC-record 46 baseball titles.
More than 26000 living members of The Long Blue Line proudly support their alma mater and help current students gain internships and connections into their chosen industries. This support in addition to the vibrant growth on campus is one of the reasons why The Chronicle of Higher Education named Marietta College one of the Great Colleges to Work For.
The College sits on 90 picturesque acres in Marietta Ohio located just blocks from a historic downtown area and the Ohio River.
For more information about the College please visit .
Living in the Area
With a population of around 13000 Marietta OH offers a rich history and beautiful area with two rivers parks and a vibrant downtown always bustling with activity. Brick streets lined with lush hardwood trees and ornate Victorian homes make Marietta one of the most idyllic cities in the Midwest. National Geographic magazine named Marietta One of the Best Places to Live and Best Adventure Town. In 2019 the Travel Channel selected Marietta as the most charming small town in Ohio to visit. Described as beautiful and picturesque the town offers something for everyone from the walkable downtown district with stores boutiques antique shops and galleries as well as local restaurants cozy cafes historic theatres and museums. Outdoor activities include hiking cycling boating and kayaking. Mariettas cost of living is 20.9% lower than the U.S. average.
Marietta is part of a much larger Mid-Ohio Valley metropolitan area that includes nearby Parkersburg West Virginia. This area sustains a combined population of around 133000. Marietta is only a few hours from Columbus Cleveland and Pittsburgh.
To Apply
For full consideration please apply by July 23 2025.
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.
Inquiries referrals and nominations are also treated confidentially.
Inquiries and questions: Please send to
Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominees name title and contact information if available to
Institutional Information
Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Marietta College does not discriminate on the basis of age race color gender orientation national or ethnic origin ancestry religion sex pregnancy (including childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) physical or mental disability genetic information (including testing and characteristics) veteran status uniformed service member status political affiliation or any other status protected by federal state or local laws.
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