Chief Finance & Administration Officer, School of Computing

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas is seeking a Senior Director for Finance and Administration to serve as the school’s chief business officer for the new School of Computing. You will provide executive leadership across finance, HR, and administrative operations, reporting to the Executive Director and coordinating with central university offices.

The role focuses on financial management, budgeting, internal controls, and staff development, ensuring effective service delivery across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial and business operations management.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience overseeing HR, faculty affairs, and/or research administration in a complex org.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to advise senior leadership and build relationships across a large institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership across finance, HR, and administrative operations.
• Oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Lead budget planning and five-year budget projections.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal policies.
• Supervise HR, faculty affairs, and research administration functions.
• Represent the school to university administrative offices and central offices.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

HR oversight

Policy compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance

Master’s degree preferred

CPA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

University of Texas is seeking a Senior Director for Finance and Administration to serve as the school’s chief business officer for the new School of Computing. You will provide executive leadership across finance, HR, and administrative operations, reporting to the Executive Director and coordinating with central university offices.

The role focuses on financial management, budgeting, internal controls, and staff development, ensuring effective service delivery across departments.