Vice President Finance u0026 Operations

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u003cpu003eAdler University is currently seeking its next Vice President of Finance u0026amp; Operations.u0026nbsp;Under the direction of the President, the Vice President, Finance u0026amp; Operations serves as a key member of the senior management team and the Presidentu0026rsquo;s Cabinet. As needed and/or required, attends meetings of the board of trustees and the finance committee of the board.u003cemu003eu0026nbsp; u003c/emu003eDirects, plans, and sets the strategic direction for all functions within scope of the institutionu0026rsquo;s financial management and operations verticals. Ensures operational excellence and long-term visioning toward supporting the institutions strategic plan and macro-level vision. Oversees the planning, coordination, and evaluation of various finance and operations services, policies, and programs and provides supervision to functional specific managing leaders.u0026nbsp; The Vice President, Finance u0026amp; Operations provides thought-leadership to the university while leveraging industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of the institution. Supports culture development and management efforts.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003eQualificationsu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eEducation/Experience:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eMasteru0026rsquo;s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Higher Ed Leadership/Administration, Business Administration, Operations Management, Accounting, Finance, or relevant discipline required. Terminal degree preferred.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMinimum seven (7) yearsu0026rsquo; experience performing executive-level work (short and long-term strategic planning, human capital supervision and development, priority and action plan development, risk mitigation and financial management) in business management, operations, finance or related functional area required. Experience in higher education and/or non-profit preferred.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eCertifications/Licenses: u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eProject Management Professional certification or Lean Six Sigma designation preferred.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003ch4u003eu003c/h4u003enu003ch4u003eu003c/h4u003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eK/S/Au003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eKnowledge of fund accounting and project managementu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eExperience working within dynamic environments with internal and external stakeholders as well as the ability to leverage influence to drive change and influence stakeholdersu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAbility to consistently identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observationsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong demonstration of alignment with Adleru0026rsquo;s social justice mission and visionu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong critical thinking, problem-solving and visioning acumenu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAbility to proactively identify challenges and barriers to stated objective and employ assistance in addressing theseu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong collaboration acumen and abilitiesu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDemonstration of Emotional Intelligence and professional maturityu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eProficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Work, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook)u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong research acumen and abilitiesu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong communication acumen including written, oral, and listeningu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eSupervision (if applicable):u0026nbsp; u003c/strongu003eAVP, Finance, AVP, Information Technology, Registrar, Director of Financial Aid, Director of Institutional Effectiveness, and Manager of Facilities.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003ePrincipal Responsibilitiesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eEssential Duties u0026amp; Responsibilities: u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eFinancial Management u0026amp; Fiscal Operationsu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eManages the financial affairs of the University, including:u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMonitoring budgets and purchasing, providing monthly financial reports, preparing projections and multi-year planning financial models.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCommunicating budget, financial results, and fiscal responsibility to stakeholders across the University.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eReviewing contracts for liability and contractual commitments with the assistance of legal counsel as needed.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAdvising the president and board of trustees regarding the Universityu0026rsquo;s fiscal health, sustainability, and growth.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStaffing the board finance and audit committee.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCollaborates with other University leaders to develop short- and long-term strategies and financial plans consistent with the strategic plan and in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and practices.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMeasures compliance with approved operating plans and report results to all levels of management, auditors, federal agencies, and accrediting agencies. prepare information and reports for the president, and at the presidentu0026rsquo;s direction, present information and report to the finance and audit committees of the board of trustees.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eWorking with the Institutional Advancement Office, oversees management of operating, endowment, and investment accounts consistent with donor-required and other fund restrictions.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eWhere applicable, negotiates agreements for the University with outside organizations including banks, investment managers, vendors, consultants, etc., monitoring their performance and approving payments.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eOperations Managementu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eEnsure operational excellence through the oversight of all services necessary to maintain efficient and effective operations for a 24-7 university and to meet the demands of its students, faculty, and staff.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDetermines and formulates policies and provide overall direction of university operations.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eEnsures compliance with all domain-specific and relevant laws, regulations, policies, and operating agreements.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDirects and sets the strategic priority for operational departments including: Information Technology, Finance u0026amp; Accounting, Facilities (Chgo), Registraru0026rsquo;s Office, Financial Aid, and Institutional Effectiveness.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eManages domain-specific operating budgets and allocates resources to optimize business results.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDevelops strategies to drive growth, profitability and effective allocation of resources as well as continuously evaluates opportunities for system-wide process improvement driving operational efficiencies.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003ePrepares and/or contributes to the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations, and responses on institutional and strategic issues, as appropriate.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOversees, manages, and monitors the Universityu0026rsquo;s policies on risk and insurance management.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOther duties as assigned or required.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eCOVID-19 considerations:u0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eThe health and safety of our staff/faculty and their families, as well as our stakeholders, potential candidates, and the communities we serve, are of the utmost importance. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this role will temporarily be performed remotely. The successful candidate will train and work from home until such time as it is determined that role will return to the campus full-time.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eAPPLICATION PROCESS:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eApplicants should electronically submit a complete application including: a cover letter addressing qualifications and interests, as well as a resume.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eEqual Opportunity Employeru003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eIt is the policy of Adler University that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protection. The University does not discriminate against any individual for employment because of age, religion, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.u0026nbsp;u003c/emu003eu003cspanu003eu003cemu003eAs part of the Adleru0027s equal employment opportunity policy, Adler will also take affirmative actionu0026nbsp;to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunitiesu003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003e,EqualOpportunityEmployerDescription:null,PayTransparencyPolicyStatement:null,MatchScore:1.0,HasApplied:false,ApplicationJobBoardName:null,ApplicationJobBoardId:null,DateApplied:null,Salaried:true,CompensationAmount:null,PublishingStatus:1,Links:[],BehaviorCriteria:[],MotivationCriteria:[],EducationCriteria:[],LicenseAndCertificationCriteria:[],SkillCriteria:[],WorkExperienceCriteria:[],JobBoardMemberships:[{JobBoardId:5b64ce7f-14b5-443e-344c-7e8db470f3bd,PublishedInternal:true,PublishedExternal:false,ExternalPostedDate:null,InternalPostedDate:2021-01-20T16:29:41.828Z},{JobBoardId:b809b751-42a6-bffa-f3ce-536e549e35d9,PublishedInternal:false,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2021-01-20T16:29:41.828Z,InternalPostedDate:null}],AssessmentUri:null,AssessmentStatus:null,OpportunityIsClosed:false,TravelRequired:null,TravelDescription:null,SupervisorName:null,Assessments:[],ApplicationId:null});

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