Serves as the primary business advisor, liaison, and partner to divisional leadership and key stakeholder groups
Develops the division's financial strategy including planning, forecasts, budgets, and cash management that focus on attaining and sustaining long-term financial equilibrium in collaboration with university leadership
Works with senior administrative and academic leadership to design, establish, and maintain an administrative organizational structure to effectively and efficiently accomplish goals and objectives while appropriately defining duties and mitigating risk
Directs and coordinates all accounting and budgetary functions of the Division, including purchasing, employee payroll, travel reimbursements, deposits, program revenue accounting, and state appropriations budget and accounting, and grants management
Assesses processes, staffing, and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and streamlining on a regular basis
Serves as a major point of contact and catalyst for problem resolution

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in accounting, business administration, finance, relevant field, or a relevant professional certification
3+ years of professional work experience performing directly related work within a similar function
Demonstrated knowledge of financial principles, budgeting practices, and accounting standards, with experience applying this knowledge to planning, forecasting, and resource allocation decisions
Strong analytical skills, including experience performing complex financial analysis, developing forecasts, and preparing management-level financial reports to support decision-making
Experience working independently in a complex organizational environment, exercising sound judgment and attention to detail

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Comprehensive leave package including vacation, sick leave, personal holiday, and paid legal holidays

Divisional Finance Officer

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