Finance Manager

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking a Finance Manager for the Weatherspoon Art Museum. This role administers the department's financial affairs, oversees budgeting, and ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Strong leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential. Qualified candidates will have a BA in accounting or business management (advanced degree preferred) and at least five years in budget management, with excellent communication

Qualifications

BA in accounting or business management or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
Five years of experience in budget preparation and management.
High level of technical competency in accounting and related financial systems.
Demonstrated strategic, analytical, and innovative thinking skills.
Demonstrated precision, accuracy, and attention to detail on fiscal matters.
Organized with ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
Experience in human resources management and supervision.
Commitment to diversity and equitable service to a large diverse community.

Responsibilities

Administer and manage the financial affairs of the department/unit.
Oversee budget preparation and financial management and reporting.
Handle accounts reconciliation, reporting of financial data, and cash/receipts management.
Oversee payroll, purchasing, and other related financial operations.
Provide supervision and leadership within the financial operations function.

Skills

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Staff supervision

HR experience

Discretion

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business management

Job description

Position Number

998136

Functional Title

Finance Manager

Position Type

Administration - Staff

Position Eclass

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The Weatherspoon Art Museum at UNC Greensboro enriches the lives of diverse individuals and connects multiple communities, both on and off-campus, by presenting, interpreting, and collecting modern and contemporary art. In recognizing its paramount role of public service, the Weatherspoon fosters an appreciation of the ability of art to positively impact lives. WAM is internationally known for its collections of American paintings, sculptures, and works on paper and for its exhibitions that help broaden the story of American art to be more inclusive of women and artists of color. History The Weatherspoon Art Museum at UNC Greensboro was founded by Gregory Ivy in 1941 and is the earliest of any art facility within the UNC system. The museum was founded as a resource for the campus, community, and region and its early leadership developed an emphasis-maintained to this day-on presenting and acquiring modern and contemporary works of art. The Weatherspoon also is known for its dynamic exhibition program. Through a lively annual calendar of exhibitions and a multi-disciplinary educational program for audiences of all ages, the museum provides an opportunity for visitors to consider artistic, cultural, and social issues of our time-enriching the life of our university, community, and region.

Position Summary

Positions in this banded class administer and manage the business and financial affairs of a department, unit, or organization. Responsibilities include facilitation and management of financial resources that may be state-appropriated, contracts and grants, and/or receipt generated. Positions in this class perform a range of financial and business-related duties associated with specialized areas such as accounting, budgeting, auditing, and/or grants administration. Functions assigned to the business officer role may include financial management, personnel administration/management, payroll, purchasing, inventory control, facilities coordination/planning, information technology assessment/planning, and closely related work. Positions may perform or have oversight of accounts reconciliation, maintenance and reporting of financial data, financial projections, cash/receipts management, personnel planning, and facilities management. Most positions in this class have responsibility for accounting/business standards and practices, policy interpretation/implementation, the organization of work, and the supervision of others.

Minimum Qualifications

B.A. in accounting or business management or the equivalent in relevant experience and education. Advanced degree preferred.
Five years of experience in budget preparation and management.
High level of technical competency in accounting and related financial accounting systems proficiencies.
Demonstrated strategic, analytical, and innovative thinking skills.
Demonstrated precision, accuracy, and attention to detail on all fiscal matters.
Organized and able to set priorities, managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Team-oriented problem solver, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills while being fully able to contribute individually.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with appropriate discretion.
Experience in human resource management.
Supervision experience.
Demonstrated commitment to a diverse and equitable working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community.