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Southern Methodist University (SMU)
SMU invites nominations and applications for the Senior Vice President for Business and Finance and Chief Financial Officer.
SMU is on a clear upward trajectory, with its sights set on the forefront of America’s universities – growing its national prominence, advancing its research enterprise, and expanding its visibility through Atlantic Coast Conference competition. Located in Dallas, one of the country’s most dynamic economic and cultural centers, SMU is building on this momentum to accelerate its impact in the years ahead.
As SMU sharpens its strategic focus, the University is aligning around priorities that will define its next chapter: transformative teaching, research that matters, athletic impact, and exceptional experiences that develop principled leaders. This work - deeply connected to Dallas - continues to expand opportunity, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate SMU’s rise.
An independent, coeducational research university committed to academic freedom and open inquiry, SMU is home to eight schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences; Cox School of Business; Meadows School of the Arts; Bobby B. Lyle School of Engineering; Dedman School of Law; Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies; Perkins School of Theology; and Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development.
Reporting to President Jay C. Hartzell and serving as a key member of the President’s Executive Council, the Senior Vice President and CFO is a central leader in shaping SMU’s next chapter. This is a pivotal role at a consequential moment – one that will help translate institutional ambition into sustained financial strength, operational excellence, and long-term impact.
The CFO will help align financial strategy, capital planning, administrative effectiveness, and institutional priorities in support of SMU’s academic mission and long-term aspirations. This role carries broad responsibility, including oversight of Finance and Planning, Human Resources, Facilities Planning and Management, Campus Services, Risk Management, University Police, and Contracts Administration. The role sits between a traditional chief financial officer and a broader chief administrative officer, with responsibility for core business and operating functions that shape the University’s financial health, workforce, campus environment, safety, and institutional effectiveness.
The successful candidate will be an intellectually nimble, strategically oriented, and highly collaborative executive who can combine financial acumen with sound judgment, operational leadership, and a service mindset toward the academic enterprise. This individual will be a trusted partner to the President, Executive Vice President and Provost, Board leadership, and senior colleagues—bringing creativity and candor to decisions that will shape the University’s future.
An advanced degree in finance, business administration or a related field is preferred.
SMU has retained Korn Ferry, a national executive recruiting firm, to assist with this search, which is being led by Vickie Antolini, Senior Client Partner; Beau Lambert, Senior Client Partner; and Anna Flagg, Senior Associate. All nominations, inquiries, and application materials should be submitted in confidence to Korn Ferry. Korn Ferry will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled.
Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest highlighting the applicant’s personal interest and relevant leadership experience. For priority consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence by Friday, July 3rd, 2026, to:
SMU-CFO@kornferry.com
The University will not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The University’s commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. These groups may be referred to as protected classes. This policy is intended to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.
Senior Vice President for Business and Finance, and Chief Financial Officer
Southern Methodist University (SMU)
SMU invites nominations and applications for the Senior Vice President for Business and Finance and Chief Financial Officer.
SMU is on a clear upward trajectory, with its sights set on the forefront of America’s universities – growing its national prominence, advancing its research enterprise, and expanding its visibility through Atlantic Coast Conference competition. Located in Dallas, one of the country’s most dynamic economic and cultural centers, SMU is building on this momentum to accelerate its impact in the years ahead.
As SMU sharpens its strategic focus, the University is aligning around priorities that will define its next chapter: transformative teaching, research that matters, athletic impact, and exceptional experiences that develop principled leaders. This work - deeply connected to Dallas - continues to expand opportunity, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate SMU’s rise.
An independent, coeducational research university committed to academic freedom and open inquiry, SMU is home to eight schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences; Cox School of Business; Meadows School of the Arts; Bobby B. Lyle School of Engineering; Dedman School of Law; Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies; Perkins School of Theology; and Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development.
Reporting to President Jay C. Hartzell and serving as a key member of the President’s Executive Council, the Senior Vice President and CFO is a central leader in shaping SMU’s next chapter. This is a pivotal role at a consequential moment – one that will help translate institutional ambition into sustained financial strength, operational excellence, and long-term impact.
The CFO will help align financial strategy, capital planning, administrative effectiveness, and institutional priorities in support of SMU’s academic mission and long-term aspirations. This role carries broad responsibility, including oversight of Finance and Planning, Human Resources, Facilities Planning and Management, Campus Services, Risk Management, University Police, and Contracts Administration. The role sits between a traditional chief financial officer and a broader chief administrative officer, with responsibility for core business and operating functions that shape the University’s financial health, workforce, campus environment, safety, and institutional effectiveness.
The successful candidate will be an intellectually nimble, strategically oriented, and highly collaborative executive who can combine financial acumen with sound judgment, operational leadership, and a service mindset toward the academic enterprise. This individual will be a trusted partner to the President, Executive Vice President and Provost, Board leadership, and senior colleagues—bringing creativity and candor to decisions that will shape the University’s future.
An advanced degree in finance, business administration or a related field is preferred.
SMU has retained Korn Ferry, a national executive recruiting firm, to assist with this search, which is being led by Vickie Antolini, Senior Client Partner; Beau Lambert, Senior Client Partner; and Anna Flagg, Senior Associate. All nominations, inquiries, and application materials should be submitted in confidence to Korn Ferry. Korn Ferry will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled.
Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest highlighting the applicant’s personal interest and relevant leadership experience. For priority consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence by Friday, July 3rd, 2026, to:
SMU-CFO@kornferry.com
The University will not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The University’s commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. These groups may be referred to as protected classes. This policy is intended to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chief Financial Officer
Translate your credentials into U.S. equivalency
Foreign degrees require a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before USCIS will recognize them. A three-year bachelor's in accounting or finance from outside the U.S. may still satisfy the specialty occupation requirement with the right evaluation report.
Target companies with H-1B LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter CFO and senior finance roles by employers who have active H-1B Labor Condition Applications on file with DOL, so you're only pursuing companies that already sponsor at the executive level.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
CFO roles span Wage Levels III and IV under DOL's four-tier system. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and job title before entering salary discussions so you know the minimum the employer must certify on your LCA.
Confirm executive roles meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS scrutinizes C-suite petitions where job duties span multiple disciplines. Your offer letter and employer support letter should tie every core CFO duty directly to a specific degree field, not just 'business' or 'management.'
Time your job search around the cap and premium processing
H-1B cap petitions can only be filed for an October 1 start date. If you're changing employers, a cap-exempt filing through a qualifying nonprofit or university hospital may let you start immediately rather than waiting for the next fiscal year lottery.
Request employer-paid premium processing in your offer negotiation
USCIS offers premium processing that reduces petition review to 15 business days. CFO candidates negotiating compensation packages often include premium processing as a condition, shifting the cost and uncertainty of standard processing off the table.
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Find Chief Financial Officer JobsChief Financial Officer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a CFO role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer can show the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as finance, accounting, or economics. USCIS examines the actual duties and industry standards, not just the title. If the CFO role at a particular company spans generalist management without a defined degree requirement, the petition faces higher RFE risk.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for CFO positions?
Public companies, large private enterprises, private equity portfolio companies, and multinational corporations with U.S. subsidiaries are the most consistent H-1B sponsors at the CFO level. To find employers with verified LCA filing history for senior finance roles, browse open positions on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by actual DOL filing activity.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect CFO hiring?
Your employer must certify on the LCA that your offered compensation meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. CFO roles typically fall at Wage Level III or IV. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your metro area before accepting an offer, so you can confirm compliance upfront.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new CFO role without starting over?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval, as long as your current petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. The new employer still files a fresh I-129 and LCA tied to the specific CFO role and location.
What documentation supports an H-1B petition for a CFO position?
The employer submits Form I-129 with a certified LCA, a detailed support letter linking your CFO duties to your specific degree field, your academic credentials and any foreign degree evaluation, and evidence that the position is a specialty occupation in that industry. USCIS may issue an RFE requesting additional proof that a degree in a defined field is standard for the role.
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