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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 Finance Director
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to align directly with the Finance Director role. A general business degree can draw an RFE if the employer can't show the position requires finance-specific expertise. Pull the O*NET profile for SOC 11-3031 to document the degree-to-role connection before interviews.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Finance Director openings by employers who have filed LCAs for this title. Prior filing history signals that the employer understands prevailing wage obligations and won't treat sponsorship as an unfamiliar process during offer negotiations.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 11-3031 in your target metro before your first salary discussion. The LCA must certify at least the Level I prevailing wage, but Finance Directors typically fall at Level III or IV, which directly anchors the employer's minimum offer.
Ask about cap-exempt entity affiliations
Universities, non-profit research institutions, and government research organizations are cap-exempt H-1B employers. A Finance Director role at a university system or hospital affiliated with a qualifying research entity can skip the lottery entirely, letting you start sooner.
File during premium processing for executive searches
Finance Director searches often run on tight board-approved timelines. Confirm whether your employer will use USCIS premium processing, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days. Standard processing for a cap-year H-1B can run several months, creating a gap risk if your start date is firm.
Document your supervisory scope for the petition
USCIS scrutinizes whether Finance Director duties genuinely require a specialty degree rather than general management experience. Prepare a detailed job duties letter that ties each responsibility, such as treasury oversight or SEC reporting, to specific finance coursework or credential requirements.
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Find Finance Director JobsFinance Director H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Finance Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Finance Director qualifies when the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field. Roles that accept any business degree without a field-specific requirement can face USCIS scrutiny. A well-drafted job description that ties each duty to a specific finance discipline strengthens the petition significantly.
How do I find Finance Director employers who are already comfortable sponsoring H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Finance Director listings by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're not starting conversations with companies that have never sponsored before. Prior sponsorship experience matters at this seniority level because the employer's legal team needs to be familiar with prevailing wage obligations and the LCA certification process before you reach the offer stage.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for an H-1B Finance Director petition?
The employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the Finance Director role in the specific metro area where you'll work. You can look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search by entering SOC code 11-3031 and the relevant location. Most Finance Director positions fall at wage Level III or IV, and the LCA must certify at or above that threshold before USCIS will approve the petition.
Can I change employers as a Finance Director on H-1B without losing my status?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer files their own LCA and I-129 for the Finance Director role. You don't need to wait for the new petition to be approved before starting, which removes most of the risk from executive-level transitions.
Are Finance Director roles at non-profit or university employers exempt from the H-1B cap?
Yes, if the employer is a qualifying institution such as an institution of higher education, a non-profit affiliated with such an institution, or a non-profit or government research organization, the H-1B petition is cap-exempt. Finance Director roles at hospital systems, university foundations, or research-focused non-profits may qualify, letting you bypass the lottery and file at any point in the year.
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