Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field of study in a business discipline from an accredited college or university;

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license;

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in accounting or financial management in progressively responsible positions.

OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• A master's degree in business, accounting, or finance from an accredited college or university;

• Experience in a higher education setting with Workday and/or SunGard Banner Systems is preferred.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct supervision and oversight of all business service functions including but not limited to Financial Services (general accounting, accounts payable, financial reporting, payroll, banking, and cash management), Procurement Services, and the Bursar's Office. Oversees the implementation, testing, and modifications of all software related to these offices;

• Review the university's annual financial statements and other required financial reports prior to submission to the University of Arkansas System office and other regulatory agencies;

• Serve as the Workday Finance Lead for the university ensuring effective collaboration with the University of Arkansas System Office in maintaining Workday Finance business processes;

• Develop and coordinate ongoing Workday Finance training for campus end-users;

• Collaborate with the vice chancellor for finance and administration to perform analysis of financial data;

• Assist the vice chancellor for finance and administration with campus-wide strategic planning initiatives;

• Manage departmental employees, including hiring, supervising, promoting, and implementing appropriate training programs;

• Prepare numerous fiscal reports and analyses for both internal management and external officials;

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the finance division using excellent programs, initiatives, and partnering, and ensures collaboration, communication, and engagement in finance initiatives;

• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures dealing with financial and business affairs;

• Serve as the university official for student appeals related to student fees and account balance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough understanding of higher education administration;

• Ability to provide leadership and direction to diverse groups of individuals;

• Strong organizational skills;

• Ability to work independently;

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with academic leaders, faculty, staff, and students;

• Strong supervisory and dispute resolution skills;

• Strong time management and planning skills;

• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituents;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to relate personably to a broad range of university constituents;

• Ability to employ discretion and good judgment in decision making;

• Possess a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.