Assistant to the VP & CFO

Regis University • Denver, CO

4d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant to the VP/CFO and Administrative Manager reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President and provides centralized administrative leadership and support across the CFO’s divisions, working in close coordination with divisional leaders. The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive professional who effectively manages competing priorities with sound judgment and independence. They demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, working collaboratively across diverse functional areas and navigating dotted-line relationships with ease. This individual maintains the highest level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information and possesses a solid understanding of compliance, records management, and institutional administrative practices. Technologically proficient, they are comfortable with office productivity tools and workflow design platforms, and they anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and adapt seamlessly to evolving institutional priorities. This position supports the mission of Regis University by ensuring strong stewardship, accountability, and operational excellence across the University’s financial and administrative functions. By providing strategic and high-level support to the CFO and related divisions, the role helps safeguard institutional resources so they can be directed toward student learning, academic excellence, and community impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in a business-related field. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Five years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including direct support of senior leadership.
• Prior experience supervising staff or leading administrative teams

Nice To Haves

• Project management, administrative leadership, or higher education administration certifications preferred
• Experience working in higher education, nonprofit, or similarly complex, regulated environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative and operational support to the CFO, including complex calendaring, meeting coordination, correspondence drafting, material review, and proactive management of deadlines and follow-ups.
• Serve as the central administrative lead for the CFO’s divisions, partnering with divisional leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
• Supervise and develop administrative staff, overseeing workload management, training, performance feedback, and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee daily administrative operations, including office management, meeting logistics, documentation, and maintaining an organized, professional environment.
• Streamline workflows and standardize practices across CFO divisions to improve efficiency, communication, and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Coordinate Board of Trustees and committee support for the CFO’s portfolio, including agenda preparation, materials compilation, and accurate meeting minutes.
• Manage state compliance filings and registrations, ensuring accurate records and timely submissions.
• Support institutional insurance processes, including coordination of Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and related documentation.
• Act as liaison between CFO divisions and campus partners to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and ensure follow-through on priorities.
• Handle sensitive information and special projects with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses and dependents
• Paid Mission leave to allow our employees to engage in acts of service or to have time for personal reflection.
• The "Gift of Time" when Regis closes between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Options for flexible work arrangements based on position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level