Program Manager of Finance and Operations

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Who We Are
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Program Manager of Finance and Operations to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary/Pay Range: $72,000- $82,534 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Hybrid/Remote Eligible

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary
The Finance & Accounting Program Manager supports the Senior Assistant Dean for Finance & Operations of the College of Letters, Arts & Sciences on all financial and operational matters.  This position serves as the fiscal manager planning, directing, and assessing overall and day-to-day business operations of the College’s multitude of departments, units, and centers. Responsibilities include: budget, finance, accounting, procurement, reimbursement, and payroll.  The position is responsible for improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness of the College, and for developing and implementing processes consistent with the College and campus mission and strategies. The Program Manager provides continuous support and training related to financial policies, operations, procedures and new system initiatives to chairs, directors, faculty and staff college wide. The position works collaboratively with other members of the Dean’s office.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Budget Oversight, Monitoring, and Training all Funds

• Maintains fiscal and budgetary responsibility and management of all funds of the College, including general funds, auxiliary, grants, plant funds, gifts and foundation funds. 

• Duties include monitoring revenue and expenditure activity on a monthly basis for each source of funds, facilitating journal entries and adjustments, cash transfers, payroll expense transfers. 

• Position serves as the primary resource to chairs, directors, faculty and staff college-wide on deficit management and corrections to ensure adherence to university policies and procedures. 

• Manages the annual financial close process for the College, coordinating with departments, programs, centers, colleges and schools and other campus-wide offices and provides feedback for process improvements. 

• Duties include developing and implementing processes consistent with the College and campus mission and strategies.

Manager of Procurement and Travel

• Oversees, monitors, and manages payable services for the College, including purchase orders, procurement cards, travel cards and reimbursements.

• The position serves as the primary resource and approver to chairs, directors, faculty and staff college-wide on purchasing related matters and advises them on policies and procedures and guidelines, communicates changes to processes at the College, campus, and system level, and provides training and feedback on proper purchasing methods.

•  Position is the primary authorizing official in the College for the university procurement card program.

Budget Analysis, Reporting and Recommendations

• Analyzes financial data; anticipates problems, recommends and implements strategies and actions to the Senior Assistant Dean for Finance & Operations, deans, chairs, directors and other campus administrators. 

• Monitor and maintain revenue and expenditure of all funds. Compiles, creates and completes financial reports and summaries to support effectively and timely decision making. 

Resource Allocation and Budgetary Adjustments

• Oversees and reconciles all budgets and monitors for appropriate allocation of expenses and budgetary constraints including allocating and moving budget for position management and operating funds. 

Human Resources and Payroll

• Manages and oversees all payroll for the College that includes faculty, staff, and students, lecturer and overloads, interim sessions, and summer sessions. 

• Coordinates and provides guidance and direction to chairs, directors and staff college-wide on payroll processes to include advising of changes between terms on processes, reconciling timely, and facilitating corrective actions such as payroll expense transfers, funding distribution changes, and other adjustments.

Develop and Maintain External Relationships

• Works in close consultation with various campus offices to represent the needs and interests of the College by establishing strong relationships and partnerships. Initiate and pursue strategic collaborations. Participate on university-wide and campus committees as appropriate. Contribute toward university-wide and campus policy as appropriate.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Assistant Dean for Finance & Operations.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: July 20, 2026 at 5pm MST.
• Potential first round interview dates: July 27, 2026 - August 7, 2026
• Potential start date: September 1, 2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or related field 
• Progressive experience in financial and administrative operations in a higher education or a comparable organization is required. 

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.”