Associate Vice President, Business Affairs - Scripps College

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Associate Vice President, Business Affairs - Scripps College

Another Source is proud to partner with Scripps College in the search for an Associate Vice President for Business Affairs and Assistant Treasurer in Claremont, CA. This is a rare opportunity to lead budgeting, accounting, treasury, investments, capital planning, and real estate; the AVP serves as a strategic partner to the VP for Business Affairs and a trusted liaison within The Claremont Colleges Services consortium.

Scripps seeks a people-centered, relationship-driven financial leader who values collaboration, leads with kindness, and builds trust through service and partnership. Apply today to help shape the financial future of Scripps College.

Description:

What you ll be doing at a glance is to join Scripps College as the AVP for Business Affairs and Assistant Treasurer, reporting to the VP for Business Affairs/Treasurer, and balancing strategic financial stewardship with hands-on operational leadership.

The AVP for Business Affairs provides vision, leadership, and oversight for financial planning, budgeting, certain accounting services, investments, real estate transactions (in association with the in-house broker), and selected administrative and auxiliary functions. The role supports the College s mission and serves as the primary representative to The Claremont Colleges Services for fiscal coordination.

• Leadership & Governance:
  Collaborate across campus; manage financial operations; participate in the Executive Leadership Team; represent Business Affairs on College committees; support Financial Stewardship, Investment, and Audit, Risk and Compliance committees; promote the College s Principles of Community and Institutional Values.
• Budgeting, Planning & Financial Strategy:
  Lead Budget and Procurement Office; manage the comprehensive budget process (operating, capital, auxiliary, cash flow); develop forecasts; establish budgeting policies and timelines; support policy development and benchmarking; prepare materials for governance committees.
• Financial Operations & Accounting:
  Oversee student accounts, accounting operations, and financial reporting; ensure internal controls and regulatory compliance; coordinate with The Claremont Colleges Services Financial Services Office; manage audits and year-end close.
• Investments & Endowment Management:
  Oversee investment portfolio; monitor performance, asset allocation, liquidity, and risk; coordinate with investment advisors and fund managers; support student-led financial initiatives and reporting.
• Financial Planning, Facilities, and Capital Projects:
  Lead financial planning for facilities, capital projects, construction management, and lifecycle planning; monitor budgets; align investments with institutional priorities.
• Real Estate and Housing:
  Manage real estate portfolio and housing properties; coordinate with The Claremont Colleges Services office; advise on tenant relations and real estate transactions; support ROI modeling and financing for real estate opportunities.
• Treasury Operations:
  Supervise treasury functions; manage cash flow and short-term investments; maintain a treasury dashboard; oversee real estate proceeds processing.
• Scenario Planning:
  Support long-range planning; develop capital plans; conduct financial stress tests and analyses of revenue, cash flows, and scenarios.
• Capital Structure & Financing:
  Monitor debt strategies; work with financial advisory partners on bonds and debt instruments; ensure compliance with legal requirements; evaluate sale-leaseback transactions; monitor lease obligations and arbitrage compliance.

• Master s degree in business, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience); CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience in higher education preferred.
• Deep understanding of higher education finance, particularly for tuition-dependent liberal arts institutions.
• Strong financial modeling, scenario planning, and risk management expertise.
• Proven experience with governance, compliance, internal controls, and audits.
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style with sound judgment and initiative.
• Ability to communicate complex financial issues clearly to diverse stakeholders.

The anticipated annual base salary range is $225,000 – $287,500, based on experience. Scripps offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. More information: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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