The Office of Financial Planning and Budget is responsible for overseeing a broad array of college financial and organizational matters. The VPFP&CBO will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer/Senior Vice President (CFO/SVP), advise the President, and work closely with the Vice President of Finance and Controller. The VPFP&CBO will oversee two direct reports in the budget office. With the ongoing growth that is occurring at Merrimack College, this position is a great opportunity to play an essential role in being part of an emerging new structure at Merrimack as the College continues its unprecedented growth and transition to a research-focused institution. Merrimack will look to continue implementing a new budget model with an RCM mindset, and the VPFP&CBO will work well with CFO/SVP and senior leadership to implement this initiative. This role will be expected to lead internal analysis of current budget processes and procedures, helping to identify and propose plans for efficiencies and innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities to invest in future growth. Working with the CFO/SVP and President, this position will work on long-range financial analysis and strategic initiatives for the College.
For best consideration, please submit materials as soon as possible. The requested application materials, listed below, should be submitted using the DSG’s candidate portal.
Application materials shall include a resume and a cover letter outlining interest; administrative experience; academic experience; and experience with, and commitment to, Merrimack’s Catholic Augustinian mission, its values, and its desire to be a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution of higher learning. All applications and nominations will be treated confidentially.