Associate Vice President, Finance
Job Description
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https://llcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/7793Position Title
Associate Vice President, FinanceFull Time or Part Time
Full TimeMonths Worked Per Year
12
Hours Worked Per Week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8AM-5PM
Remote Work Availability
NoJob Description Summary
LLCC is seeking an experienced professional to lead our Finance department. The Associate Vice President-Finance reports to the Vice President-Administrative Services and will be responsible for:
- Supervising, managing, and maintaining effective accounting, cash management and financial reporting systems for all funds under control of the College.
- Providing leadership to the design, planning, organization and direction of the College’s budgeting and financial planning activities as well as the development and analysis of comparative financial data required to strategically manage resources.
- Supervising and overseeing the Finance Office (including Accounts Payable, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Purchasing, Grant Accounting, and Fixed Assets) and Campus Services (Bookstore, Mailroom, Food Service, Central Receiving).
- Serving as the primary liaison to external auditors.
The salary for this position ranges from $108,706 to $140,882 per year with an excellent benefits package. However, we recognize that exceptional experience or skills may warrant a higher compensation. We encourage candidates with outstanding qualifications to apply, as there may be flexibility beyond the stated range.
We understand that applying for a new position is a significant decision, and we are committed to handling your application with the utmost confidentiality. Rest assured that all materials submitted will be kept private and will only be reviewed by authorized personnel involved in the hiring process.
As an administrator at LLCC, you can look forward to 23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid-semester break; 12 Fridays off in the summer; and 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 20 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!
The Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) district comprises all or part of 15 counties in central/central southern Illinois and covers 4,115 square miles making it the largest geographic community college district in the State of Illinois. The college’s main campus is located in Springfield, Illinois. LLCC serves approximately 17,000 individuals annually through credit and non-credit courses at its Springfield campus, as well as at education service area sites throughout the district and online.
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
We understand that applying for a new position is a significant decision, and we are committed to handling your application with the utmost confidentiality. Rest assured that all materials submitted will be kept private and will only be reviewed by authorized personnel involved in the hiring process.
As an administrator at LLCC, you can look forward to 23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid-semester break; 12 Fridays off in the summer; and 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 20 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!
The Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) district comprises all or part of 15 counties in central/central southern Illinois and covers 4,115 square miles making it the largest geographic community college district in the State of Illinois. The college’s main campus is located in Springfield, Illinois. LLCC serves approximately 17,000 individuals annually through credit and non-credit courses at its Springfield campus, as well as at education service area sites throughout the district and online.
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Master’s degree OR CPA certification. Extensive, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree or CPA.
- At least 5 years of experience in fund accounting.
- A minimum of 5 years holding a primary role in financial operations and budgeting, preferably in an educational institution.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug-screen.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of community college finance, planning and budget management principles, policies and legal requirements, as applied to government institutions.
- Training in information systems and relational database structure.
Position Salary
The salary for this position ranges from $108,706 to $140,882 per year with an excellent benefits package. We encourage candidates with outstanding qualifications to apply, as there may be flexibility beyond the stated range.Open Date
08/20/2024Open Until Filled
YesSpecial Instructions to Applicants
We understand that applying for a new position is a significant decision, and we are committed to handling your application with the utmost confidentiality. Rest assured that all materials submitted will be kept private and will only be reviewed by authorized personnel involved in the hiring process.
This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before September 15, 2024, to be considered during the initial review window. In-person interviews for this position are anticipated to begin September 23 with an anticipated start date of November 1.
Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before September 15, 2024, to be considered during the initial review window. In-person interviews for this position are anticipated to begin September 23 with an anticipated start date of November 1.
Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
If you do not have transcripts to upload at the time of submission, please mail them to the address below and instead upload a Word document as your transcripts that indicates you will have transcripts sent directly to us. Please contact the Human Resources office at 217-786-2752 if you have any questions.
Lincoln Land Community College
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 19256
Springfield, IL 62794
Description of Job Duty
Provide strategic direction to the College in long-term development and use of its resources.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide leadership and direction in the development of and oversight to the institutional financial planning and budgeting process.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Evaluate a budget and planning process aimed at integrating institutional assessment methods, program planning, institutional strategic planning and budgeting. Make recommendations for process improvements.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Ensure that best-practice financial and budgetary perspective is considered in all strategic and operational policy issues.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide leadership in financial planning, forecasting, projections, cost analysis and budgeting for the College.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Design, develop and interpret complex financial and budget analysis, modeling, and projections using a variety of technologies and methodologies.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Analyze, interpret and develop recommendations on a broad range of financial and strategic issues.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide analysis and recommendations to executive management on issues concerning budget and financial condition.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Develop annual and special comparative financial analysis such as Annual Financial Outreach Center Analysis and Cost by Discipline Report.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Develop and project appropriate level of funding required to support operations.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide leadership, preparation and oversight of the development of all budget documents in accordance with legal requirements. Submit documents in a timely manner to College, board of Trustees, ICCB and other external agencies. Documents include all institutional operating and capital budgets.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Develop and project appropriate level of funding required from annual tax levy.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Work with the Financial Aid office on issues involving student refunds, drawdowns, and balancing.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Work with the Construction office to manage/coordinate budgets for projects.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Oversee the implementation and upgrades of the financial components of the College’s ERP system to increase productivity and enhancement of the system.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide leadership and support to the Director-Budget & Fiscal Services, Director-Campus Services, Disbursements Manager, Database and Financial Reporting Analyst, and Student Accounts Manager.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Oversee and review all documents pertaining to grant accounting and reporting. Maintain compliance with college policies and procedures as well as sound budgetary practice.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provide leadership to the Campus Services Director in maintaining adequate and competitive services with the college’s bookstore. Provide oversight with the college’s duplication and receiving services. Provide additional counsel on foodservice and vending services for the campus and educational centers.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Provides counsel to the LLCC Foundation on issues of finance.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Develop, achieve and maintain accurate accounting and internal control systems for all funds of the College.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Primarily responsible for the annual opening and closing of the College’s books and the annual audit.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Oversee compliance and regulatory filings of all ICCB and other regulatory agencies for all financial reporting, which includes the Uniform Financial Reporting and annual financial statements, according to the Public Community College Act.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Interpret and monitor Board Policies and state and federal regulations and guidelines. Keep staff informed of changes.
Essential Duty?
YesDescription of Job Duty
Perform other duties assigned.
Essential Duty?
NoDescription of Job Duty
Assist in the college planning and assessment program by developing annual work unit objectives that impact long-range priority goals.
Essential Duty?
NoRequire Applicants to submit references for this position?
YesMinimum number of references
3Applicant Special Instructions
Please provide the names of three people with whom you have worked or trained who have knowledge of your work-related abilities. Relatives are not acceptable references. Please include at least one current or previous supervisor.
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