Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Schedule

M-F, 8.30a.m. – 4.30p.m, including occasional evening and weekend work

President and Chief Executive Officer

Oversight of Accounting team, Controller, and AVP for Financial Planning and Treasury

Fall 2026

Chicago, IL Preferred;
Remote in the U.S. possible; occasional in-person presence is required

IES Global is a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider dedicated to transforming the lives of nearly 10,000 students annually through unparalleled study abroad experiences. From our headquarters in Chicago, we offer 400+ programs in 85 locations worldwide, partnering with 500 colleges and universities to create authentic educational experiences that exceed expectations.

IES Global comprises a collective of brands including IES Abroad, IES Internships, Customized & Faculty-Led Programs, and the Study Abroad Foundation (SAF). We champion meaningful academic and cultural education, integrate diverse perspectives, prioritize student health and safety, and strive to better the world through our Global Good Commitment.

For nearly 75 years, we have been a trusted leader in global education, committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We actively recruit underrepresented students and provide millions in scholarships each year, celebrating a diverse student body that reflects the vibrant cultures we engage with. Our commitment extends to our diverse team, fostering an inclusive, welcoming workplace where talents from various backgrounds collaborate and grow.

Join us at IES Abroad and become part of a community dedicated to creating global leaders and life-changing experiences.

The Vice President & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is the senior executive responsible for financial stewardship, investment oversight, financial risk management, and long-term financial sustainability of IES Abroad. The CFO ensures that the organization’s financial structure, controls, and capital deployment enable strong academic programs, operational excellence, and global resilience. The CFO also brings important financial insights to strategic decision making both at the executive team and board level.

This role is intentionally designed to separate execution, oversight, and decision-making, reduce key-person risk, and support organizational continuity.

While reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will also work closely with and respond to requests from the Board of Directors to support its fiduciary oversight.

• Set and oversee IES Global’s overall financial strategy, including:
• - Capital planning and liquidity management
• - Balance-sheet strength and reserves
• Ensure alignment between financial strategy and academic and operational priorities.
• Support global financial operations, including efforts by the Executive Leadership Team to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency and financial performance.
• Provide insight and guidance on financial impact of key business drivers to inform program pricing and other key strategic decisions.
• Serve as senior financial advisor to the President and Executive Team.

• Serve as primary staff lead to the Board’s Finance and Investment Committees; jointly serve with Controller as staff liaison on Board Audit Committee.
• Prepare and present decision-ready materials, including:
• - Performance and benchmark analysis
• - Risk, volatility, and downside exposure
• - Liquidity and stress-testing scenarios
• - Asset allocation and rebalancing recommendations
• Support the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary responsibilities through clear analysis and disciplined governance processes.

• Serve as the executive owner of IES Global’s investment governance framework, including endowment, reserves, and long-term capital pools.
• Lead development, implementation, and refinement of:
• - Investment objectives
• - Risk tolerance and liquidity parameters
• - Spending and draw policies
• Translate institutional operating needs (liquidity, enrollment cycles, FX exposure, capital timing) into clear investment constraints and priorities.
• Ensure investment strategy…