Director of Finance and Business Services
Job Description
Position Number:
100291Title:
DirectorFunctional Title:
Director of Finance and Business ServicesCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
VPSA-VP Student AffairsCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for programs, services, and resources designed to promote the learning and development, engagement, belonging, and health and well-being of students. The Division ensures the availability of a rich co-curricular experience for students, supports and enriches the University’s educational mission, and works to effectively meet the needs of a diverse student population and workforce.
The Director of Finance & Business Services has four major roles. First, the Director provides internal coordination and support for the 16 departments in the division of over 2,000 staff, a $240 million budget, and 3.6 million square feet of space. This includes coordinating major financial activities, chairing the business officers group, leading the divisional implementation of the Workday ERP financial and budget systems, and supporting human resource and procurement operational processes. Second, this role supports the Vice President and senior leadership, including providing all-funds reports, analyses, trends, fund balances, and assessing the fiscal health of operations. Third, the Director represents the Division with institution-level finance and business leadership, building effective relationships and creating strong lines of communication. Finally, this role directly supports the finance, human resource, and business services for the Divisional units on the 2nd floor of the Clarence Mitchell building and will supervise a new position to assist in this support. Units include the Vice President’s Office, Dean of Students, Office of Student Conduct, Development & External Relations, and Parent & Family Affairs with 35 staff and a $10M budget.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree.
Experience:
Bachelor’s degree.
Experience:
- 10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and business/administrative services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong financial and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Ability to present financial information clearly and concisely
- Ability to foster positive and productive relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality with trusted information.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Progressively responsible experience in financial management and business/administrative services in a higher education setting.
- A bachelor’s degree and/or master’s degree in a relevant area such as business management, finance, or accounting.
- Strong service orientation
- Demonstrated ability to build teams
- Demonstrated experience using large-scale financial systems.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $145,000 – $160,000
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Extremely busy office may be required to work extra hours to complete a job.
Posting Date:
09/13/2024Open Until Filled
NoBest Consideration Date
10/04/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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