Early Learning Mentor Coach

College of Southern Idaho; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cameron University invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Business and Finance. The VP is the chief financial officer responsible for the administration and leadership of the Business Office, HR, Public Safety and Environmental Health and Safety.

Reporting to the president, the role partners with university executives to fund, maintain and improve a living and learning environment that supports student and employee success. Availability Sept 1, 2023.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or above in a discipline relevant to the position, with preferred CPA/CMA/CIA credential.
• Eight years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in financial planning, budgeting, or audit, with higher education experience and supervisory oversight.
• Demonstrated compliance with state and federal laws; strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee university budget preparation including E&G, auxiliary, capital, and Foundation accounts.
• Establish and maintain an effective accounting and financial reporting system for all funds.
• Oversee all aspects of accounting: cash flow, planning, budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare financial statements for Federal, State, and Board of Regents.
• Oversee fiscal activity: budgeting, reporting, auditing; advise on policy and strategy.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance; manage financial risks and opportunities.
• Oversee HR payroll/benefits and Public Safety reporting.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Quantitative decision making

Leadership / supervisory experience

Diversity / inclusion experience

Education

Master's degree or higher in relevant field

CPA / CMA / CIA credential (preferred)

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Cameron University invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Business and Finance.

POSITION

The Vice President for Business and Finance is responsible as chief financial officer for administration and leadership of the Business Office, Office of Human Resources, and the Office of Public Safety and the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. The Vice President reports to the university president and works collaboratively and creatively with other university executive administrators to fund, maintain and improve a living and learning environment conducive to student and employee success.

The position is available September 1, 2023.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• University budget preparation including E&G, auxiliary, capital, and Foundation accounts
• Establishing and maintaining an effective accounting and financial reporting system for all institution funds. This includes the monitoring of expenditures of funds for compliance with donor intent, Regent policies, State and Federal regulations and laws.
• Oversee all aspects of accounting, including cash flow, planning, reporting, organizational and departmental budgeting and forecasting
• Prepare financial statements and various reports required from Federal agencies, State agencies, and the Board of Regents
• Oversee the university’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing
• Assist with decisions regarding financial policy and strategy
• Assure legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations
• Identify and address financial risks and opportunities for the University
• Execute bids, review contracts, and manage auxiliary enterprises and contracted providers (e.g., food service, custodial services, and bookstore)
• Develop, coordinate, and assure compliance with fiscal policies, procedures and goals of the University
• Provide fiscal assistance to the Cameron University Foundation, Inc.
• Oversee functions of the Office of Human Resources including payroll, benefits, policies and employee programs
• Oversee functions of the Office of Public Safety and ensure reporting requirements are met.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree or above from a regionally accredited institution in a discipline relevant to the position preferably with an additional credential such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor
• Eight years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in financial planning, budgeting, or audit functions with at least four years of experience in higher education and at least two years of significant supervisory oversight experience
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and maintaining compliance with state and federal laws, such as employment and labor law, tax law, IRS regulations, OSHA, etc.
• Commitment to student success, collegial decision making, and collaborative leadership
• Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated skills in data management, data analysis, and quantitative decision making
• Demonstrated effectiveness in working with a diverse student, employee, and community population

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a public, regional university setting as comptroller, controller, or chief financial officer
• Demonstrated experience with strategic budget management and financial planning
• Experience with Ellucian Banner accounting software

SALARY RANGE

Commensurate with university standards, educational background, and experience.

BENEFITS

Cameron University offers a wide variety of comprehensive programs to benefit our employees. We are proud to offer such benefits as paid medical coverage for our employees, ample time off opportunities and employee tuition waiver programs. To view all benefits available to employees, visit: http://www.cameron.edu/adminprobenefitssummary.

INSTITUTION

Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma with a branch in Duncan, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

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