EVP, Finance & Administration (Onsite)

INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND RESEARCH • Danville, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the executive leadership team, the EVP, Finance & Administration plays a critical role in shaping IALR’s financial strategy, administrative infrastructure, and long‑term sustainability. This role serves as a trusted advisor to the President and Board, ensuring fiscal integrity, strong governance, and organizational alignment while enabling the mission to advance education, workforce development, research, and economic growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Significant senior‑level leadership experience overseeing finance and administrative functions in a complex organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience overseeing grants management, contracts, and stewardship of public and private funds.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams while fostering accountability and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of enterprise‑wide financial and administrative strategies aligned with organizational priorities
• Advise the President and executive leadership on financial performance, risk management, investments, and resource allocation
• Provide executive oversight of Finance, Grants & Contracts, Institutional Advancement, and process improvement functions
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with regulatory and fiduciary requirements
• Prepare and present financial analyses, reports, and recommendations to the Board of Directors and senior stakeholders
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen efficiency, scalability, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Build and lead high‑performing teams, fostering accountability, transparency, and operational excellence

Benefits

• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with employer match
• Generous time off, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year
• Paid holidays, including a two week paid winter break
• Anthem PPO and HSA health plans, with excellent dental options
• Employer paid life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees