Job Description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee Development and Use of Effective Financial Information Systems to advise Decision Making, Strategic Planning, and Financial Forecasting (50%)


1. Analyze and interpret financial information pertaining to the performance of the college, and make recommendations concerning business policy, strategy, resource allocation, and business operations to improve financial performance.
2. Analyze and project future income and expenditure streams through financial modeling to support the college’s strategic and business plans and enterprise development.
3. Work with the college’s unit directors to assess and support their objectives in reaching their respective strategic goals by helping them analyze information and effectively plan. Work collaboratively with individual directors to identify key performance indicators for their unit, and provide information support that enables them to monitor their performance indicators on a real‐time or regular basis.
4. Contribute to a managerial environment that values optimization of internal operational processes and continuous learning.
5. Work closely with the college’s development officer in the stewardship and management of development resources, especially scholarships, and with the human resources director in regard to staffing and compensation strategies.
6. Advise the Dean on management and maximization of the college’s assets and resources.
7. Serve as a member of the CCAPS Leadership Team.

Lead Budget Development and Financial Management (40%)


1. Organize and manage the work of (5) financial professionals who in turn work directly with the major revenue‐producing units of the college and professional support units. Serve as the hiring authority for the finance unit; manage performance. Foster a professional and positive working environment committed to principles and practices of respect, inclusivity, continuous improvement, excellent customer service, and teamwork.
2. Provide direction and oversee development of the annual collegiate budget.
3. Monitor ongoing performance against the budget throughout the year, providing information tools to unit managers/directors to monitor progress. Identify decision items and assist in final decision making and implementation.
4. Manage year‐end closing of fiscal year operating budget.
5. Oversee payroll systems and processes; work in close collaboration with CCAPS‐HR.
6. Be responsive to staff and faculty across the College who have questions pertaining to finance related matters and provide instruction/training as necessary.

Represent the College in Fiscal Matters (10%)

1. Serve as primary liaison with central administrative units for budget, financial and capital asset matters, audits, sponsored projects, banking and investments, PCI compliance, and for other issues that may arise.
2. Represent CCAPS in financial negotiations and contractual arrangements with internal and external partners.
3. Serve as point person for University Internal Audits and for responding to inquiries related to the financial activities of the college and assigned units.







Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BA/BS degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance or related fields
At least 10 years of relevant experience and proven management/leadership skills
Strong interpersonal skills that include listening, openness to feedback and other perspectives, clear written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated expertise in use of technology and information tools related to the needs of the position including excel and google workbooks
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and serving a diverse community of learners
Experience in developing and managing complex budgets, and supporting revenue‐producing enterprises

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree, with at least one degree in accounting, finance, or related fields
Experience with financial management in a university or public agency setting and 6 years of relevant experience and proven management skills
Experience leading financial and multifunctional teams


Are you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.


About the Department
In CCAPS you’ll find a flexible, hybrid work environment and supportive colleagues who are committed to empowering lifelong learners to achieve their educational goals in a learner-centric environment where diverse ideas, backgrounds, and identities are embraced.

CCAPS has a large and diverse portfolio of program offerings, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees, professional development offerings for practitioners, pre-college programs for high school students, English language programs, and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. Across all the work done in and by CCAPS, we strive daily to live our core values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.