Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations
University Of Minnesota
About the role
The University of Minnesota, a prestigious public land-grant research university and one of the nation’s leading research institutions, is seeking a strategic and collaborative finance leader to serve as its chief financial and administrative officer. Reporting to the President, the Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations (EVPFO) provides leadership for finance, operations, and administrative services across the University’s five-campus system and its healthcare enterprise.
The role involves managing a $5.1 billion operating budget, leading a staff of over 2,700 FTE, and aligning financial and operational resources with the University’s “Elevate Extraordinary 2030” strategic roadmap.
Responsibilities
Serve as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and treasurer.
Provide strategic vision and tactical leadership to the President, senior leadership, and the Board of Regents.
Ensure financial strength, operational excellence, and organizational capacity.
Partner with the Executive Vice President and Provost to align finance, IT, and university services with research and educational objectives.
Manage the fiscal and physical environment of the University system.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience leading large, complex organizations.
Ability to balance long-term stewardship with innovation.
Strong financial and business acumen.
Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Exceptional communication skills, particularly in translating complex financial information for various audiences.
Ability to drive continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness.
HOW TO APPLY
The University of Minnesota has retained the search firm Isaacson, Miller. All applications, inquiries, and nominations should be directed in confidence to the firm’s partners: Rebecca Kennedy, Dan Rodas, Steph Simon, or Caroline Corry.
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Posted
08/20/2026
Website
https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-minnesota/executive-vice-president-finance-and-operations
City
Minneapolis
State
Minnesota
Functions
Executive, Finance, Leadership, Management, Operations, Senior Management
Industries
Education, Higher Education, Non-profit - NPO, Public Sector, Research Institutions
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