Description We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our organization in Amherst, New York. This role requires a dynamic individual who can provide strategic direction, oversee financial planning, and ensure operational excellence across various departments. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving organizational growth and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Shape the organization's strategic direction by developing financial and tax strategies that align with business goals. • Collaborate with executive management to support tactical initiatives and drive key decision-making processes. • Lead the development and implementation of performance measures designed to support the company's strategic objectives. • Oversee the capital request and budgeting processes to ensure effective allocation of resources. • Manage the organization's accounting processes, including the UB Card office and fiscal agency functions for student governments. • Supervise transaction processing systems and ensure operational best practices are implemented. • Work closely with human resources to optimize employee benefit packages, including self-insured medical plans. • Coordinate with internal departments such as operations, legal, IT, and treasury to ensure seamless collaboration. • Provide oversight for outsourced functions and manage relationships with third-party franchises. • Serve as a key member of the organization's union negotiation committee, contributing to labor relations strategies. Requirements • A minimum of 10 years of experience in financial leadership roles, including strategic planning and operational management. • CPA certification is required, along with a strong understanding of financial principles and practices. • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across various levels of the organization. • Expertise in cross-functional project management and collaboration. • Demonstrated success in managing approved budgets and ensuring fiscal accountability. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with diverse teams and stakeholders. • Experience in overseeing employee benefit packages and cost-effective healthcare plans. • Knowledge of best practices in transaction processing systems and operational management. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .