[Hiring] Chief Financial Officer @Joyce University Of Nursing And Health Sciences

Location: Remote or Hybrid in Draper, Utah preferred
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Join Us in Transforming Nursing Education.
At Joyce University, we believe every student can, should, and will succeed — and we hold ourselves accountable to that promise. As our Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal strategic role in advancing that mission by shaping the financial health, data infrastructure, and operational excellence that support our students, faculty, and staff every day.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CFO is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team and a strategic partner to the Board of Trustees. The CFO provides leadership across financial strategy, planning, budgeting, information technology, data governance, risk management, and enterprise systems.

This role is flexible in location. Candidates may work remotely within the U.S. However, preference will be given to those able to work in a hybrid capacity on our Draper, Utah campus to strengthen relationships and collaboration with academic, clinical, and operational leaders.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategy aligned to institutional priorities
• Oversee budgeting, financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and audit management
• Monitor performance against long-range financial goals and Board-approved plans
• Manage financial operations including accounting, bursar functions, payables/receivables, banking, investments, and compliance
• Partner with the CIO to guide IT strategy and major systems investments
• Oversee the University’s data strategy, analytics infrastructure, and data governance standards
• Lead risk management functions, including contract authority and insurance programs
• Provide clear, timely communication to senior leadership, board members, and external partners

What’s in It for You

At Joyce University, we invest in the success and well-being of our employees. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• A generous self-directed PTO policy
• Paid holidays and a 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fully paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Professional development and continuing education support
• A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice matters

Our Culture & Values

We are guided by five core values that shape how we work and lead:

• Service — We act for the betterment of our people and our communities.
• Learning — We continuously pursue knowledge and foster environments that encourage growth.
• Integrity — We uphold the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and personal responsibility.
• Caring — We lead with empathy, compassion, and respect — nurturing the wellbeing of others.
• Excellence — We measure outcomes, raise standards, and commit to continuous improvement.

You’ll join a workplace where collaboration is real, your expertise is trusted, and your leadership strengthens the future of healthcare education.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master’s preferred
• 10+ years of senior finance leadership experience; higher education experience preferred
• Experience partnering with executive leadership teams and developing high-performing teams
• Ability to translate data and financial insights into strategic decision support
• Commitment to integrity, teamwork, collaboration, and student-centered decision making
• CPA credential preferred

Apply Today

If you are inspired by purpose, motivated by impact, and committed to excellence, we invite you to join us.

Help us build a future where every student — and every team member — can, should, and will succeed.