Batten University – Virginia Beach, Virginia

Batten University (formerly Virginia Wesleyan University) invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Located in coastal Virginia Beach, Batten University enrolls approximately 1,600 students in traditional undergraduate programs and 3,500 learners in graduate, online, and continuing education programs. The institution is experiencing a period of significant growth and transformation, including the recent acquisition of Sentara College of Health Sciences, integration of the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA), and the establishment of a collaborative campus, the Batten & Black School for International Studies at Lakeland University Japan.

Reporting to the Vice President for Enterprise Strategy, the CFO serves as the University's chief financial officer and provides strategic leadership for all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, treasury management, audits, investments, debt management, risk management, procurement, and financial planning. The CFO works closely with senior leadership and supports the financial work of the Board of Trustees.

Candidates should possess a master's degree in a relevant field and a record of progressively responsible financial leadership. Experience in higher education, nonprofit finance, strategic planning, capital projects, mergers or acquisitions, and ERP systems is preferred. CPA preferred.

Batten University offers a dynamic environment for an experienced financial leader seeking to help shape the future of a growing institution.

Applications should include:

Letter of interest
Resume
List of three professional references

Submit materials to:

Office of the President
Batten University
5817 Wesleyan Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Email: employment@vwu.edu

Preference will be given to applications received by July 15, 2026. The position is expected to become available in November 2026.

Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About Virginia Wesleyan University

Virginia Wesleyan University (vwu.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, VWU annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. VWU is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.

Location

Virginia Wesleyan has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia’s largest metropolitan areas, Virginia Wesleyan is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Virginia Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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