Financial Officer - University Setting at ProPivotal
Cambridge, MA
About the Job
Financial Officer - University Setting
The Financial Officer will manage the financial operations, supervise a team of three finance staff, and ensure the financial health of this revenue-generating unit.
What the role offers:
There are no costs for candidates utilizing our services as our clients pay for all related hiring fees. All ProPivotal job postings are either actual positions we had available at the time of posting and/or are representative of positions we typically fill or expect to fill. If you see a job that interests you, respond to the ad or give us a call so that we can help you find a job you'll love. As one of the area's largest staffing firms, we help 2,500 people find jobs a year so chances are good that we can help you too.
ProPivotal is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.PandoLogic. Keywords: Chief Accountant, Location: Cambridge, MA - 02238
The Financial Officer will manage the financial operations, supervise a team of three finance staff, and ensure the financial health of this revenue-generating unit.
What the role offers:
- Hybrid (2 days in-office: Monday & Tuesday; additional days during training preferred)
- 6 months Contract but with potential for extension or conversion)
- Compensation range of $50–$55/hour
- Manage financial operations, including reports, budgets, forecasts, account reviews, and salary tracking
- Oversee short program finances, revenue recognition, and policy compliance
- Approve procurement transactions and handle vendor/contractor setup
- Collaborate with leadership to monitor performance and support decisions
- Uphold confidentiality and compliance in all financial matters
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in accounting or finance
- Prior experience or exposure in a higher education setting
- Leadership experience in roles like Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller
- Knowledge of CRM systems like Salesforce is a plus
There are no costs for candidates utilizing our services as our clients pay for all related hiring fees. All ProPivotal job postings are either actual positions we had available at the time of posting and/or are representative of positions we typically fill or expect to fill. If you see a job that interests you, respond to the ad or give us a call so that we can help you find a job you'll love. As one of the area's largest staffing firms, we help 2,500 people find jobs a year so chances are good that we can help you too.
ProPivotal is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.PandoLogic. Keywords: Chief Accountant, Location: Cambridge, MA - 02238