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Vice President, Finance and Treasurer

Application deadline: May 5, 2025

Senior Consultant: Scott Flanagan
scott.flanagan@academicsearch.org

Consultant: Disa Mason
disa.mason@academicsearch.org

St. Thomas Aquinas College announces the national search for Vice President, Finance and Treasurer. St. Thomas Aquinas College is an independent, liberal arts college located on an idyllic 76- acre campus in Sparkill, NY, just 15 miles north of New York City. Founded as a Dominican institution, the College is known for its close-knit community, personalized approach to education, experiential

learning opportunities, and expert and caring faculty.

The College seeks a Vice President, Finance and Treasurer (CFO) with exceptional financial leadership skills at multiple levels. The next CFO will build upon the sound foundation already in place, bringing deep financial acumen, a systems approach, a fresh perspective, and a commitment to the values of the College to this critical leadership role.

Full information about the position, including the application process, can be found in the position profile located in the Open Searches section of the Academic Search website. For additional information about St. Thomas Aquinas College please visit https://stac.edu.

Academic Search is assisting St. Thomas Aquinas in its search for Vice President, Finance and Treasurer. Conversations are encouraged as our consultants want to get to know you and share information that might be helpful in discerning your interest and preparing application materials. If you are interested in the position, or making a nomination, please arrange a confidential discussion by contacting: Senior Consultant Scott Flanagan (click here for direct booking) or Consultant Disa Mason (click here for direct booking).

Applications will be reviewed on a on-going basis and should be submitted electronically to: STACvpfinance@academicsearch.org. This position is open until filled, but only those received by May 5, 2025 can be assured full consideration.

The salary range for this position is $150,000-$200,000 per year. When extending job offers, St. Thomas Aquinas College carefully considers factors such as (but not limited to) the role’s responsibilities, the candidate’s experience and education, essential skills, internal peer equity, budget constraints, and market trends. The provided rate reflects the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.

St. Thomas Aquinas College prohibits discrimination in all programs, activities, and employment practices based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, age, marital status, disability, military status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record (as per applicable law), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.