What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at University of Arkansas at Little Rock?
The Director of Finance for the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education will manage financial operations for the College and collaborate with Departmental Units and the University Administration to meet the strategic goals of the College and the University. This position will assist the Dean and Associate Deans with the strategic management of college budgets, including UA Foundation Funds, fee and revenue funds, state-appropriated funds, auxiliary funds, and grants for the College. This position will provide leadership, training, and counsel to academic departments regarding finance and administration operations. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Required Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree (any field);
- Two (2) years of experience in higher education or a related work environment.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field;
- Experience with Workday; Windows Operating System environment; Microsoft Office Suite; and general knowledge of accounting software;
- Experience with Google products including Drive, Sheets, and Docs; Adobe Acrobat Pro;
- Experience with the UA Foundation accounting system Blackbaud and Anaplan.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Finance & Budget Strategy
- Assist the Dean, Associate Deans, and College Departments with the development and execution of strategic financial planning for the college, departments, and independent programs;
- Maintain the various budgets of the College and the Office of the Dean including UA Foundation accounts, state-appropriated funds, fee-generated and revenue funds, grants, and various other designated and auxiliary accounts;
- Maintain budgetary oversight and management of all departments and programs within the college under the supervision of the Dean;
- Oversee the development of the college’s annual budget through collaboration with the Dean, Department Chairpersons, the University’s Budget Office, and the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration;
- Assist with the development, review, and revision of policies and procedures within the college as needed;
- Ensure the college and its departments and programs are in compliance with all relevant federal and state laws and UA System policies.
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