LCOM Sr. Financial Administrator

The University of Vermont; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a Finance Administrator for the Robert Larner MD College of Medicine (LCOM) to provide strategic oversight of financial planning, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, compliance and financial reporting across a large academic medical environment.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Finance and Administration in the Dean’s Office, the role will lead the financial management of diverse funding sources and partner with college leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Six to ten years of financial management experience.
• Proficiency with Excel, ERP systems and related programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of financial planning, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, compliance and financial reporting.
• Lead financial management for diverse funding sources in a large academic medical environment.
• Partner with college leadership and University Financial Services to ensure sound fiscal stewardship and internal controls.

Skills

Financial management

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Axiom

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Serve as Finance Administrator for the Robert Larner MD College of Medicine ( LCOM ), providing strategic oversight of financial planning, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting , compliance and financial reporting across a complex academic medical environment. Lead the financial management of diverse funding sources supporting approximately 900 full-time, 1,600 non-salaried faculty, 500 staff , 500 medical students ,and 120 graduate students. Partner with college leadership, departmental administrators, University Financial Services, the University of Vermont Medical Center, and external stakeholders to ensure sound fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance, strong internal controls, and data-driven decision-making. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Finance and Administration in the Dean’s Office ( LCOM ). Serves as the Dean’s Office signatory on financial documents and Treasurer of University Medical Education Associates Inc. ( UMEA ), a component unit of the University of Vermont.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field and six to ten years’ experience including financial management, fund accounting and budget development, variance analysis and reconciliation. Experience working in a team environment. Effective communication, organizational and analytical skills. Highly proficient with Excel and spreadsheets, ERP Systems, and related programs.

Desirable Qualifications

• High proficiency with all Microsoft suite programs.
• Axiom experience.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $115,000-$130,000

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Position

Union Position No

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/20/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title FiscalOps&BusMgmt PC4 X

Posting Number

Posting Number S6269PO

Department

Department COM Finance and HR/55004

Position Number

Position Number 017571

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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