What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Vice President, Business Operations position at University of Houston-Clear Lake?
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Full-Time
Business Operations
Department: Business Operations
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
Description:
The Associate Vice President, Business Operations serves as the University’s Chief Accounting Officer and Controller, works to provide leadership for all departments within the Business Operations unit including: Auxiliary Services, Procurement and Contract Administration, General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Student Business Services and General Support Services. The successful candidate will lead the unit with a commitment to improving processes, and leading change. Understands and carries out the Strategic Plan of University of Houston-Clear Lake; formulates goals and objectives that align with the overall mission of the institution.
Duties:
- Provides leadership to various functions within Business Operations including; Auxiliary Services, General Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Student Business Services.
- Advises Vice President of Administration and Finance on matters related to capital planning, the financial impact of university initiatives on existing resources, and opportunities to enhance revenues and decrease expenses.
- Provides leadership regarding the development, implementation, and monitoring of financial management systems, internal controls, policies and procedures to ensure University assets are safeguarded and accounts are efficiently and appropriately maintained to ensure accurate financial data.
- Provides oversight of Annual Financial Report and various other state and federal required reports in compliance with GAAP, GASB, UH System, Federal and State of Texas Financial Reporting requirements. Negotiates various university-wide contracts.
- Participates actively and provides expert assistance in the strategic development and operation of the University’s business operations. Leads and serves on university committees focused on strategy and policy and performs related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or a related field.
- Seven years of responsible administrative experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities described in a higher education environment.
- Experience in maximizing fiscal and human resources and an innovative program development approach with evidence of change-oriented leadership skills.
- Experience as a financial director with a recognized record of accomplishments as well as developmental support of direct reports.
- Excellent interpersonal skills that encourage collaboration and development of direct reports.
- Working knowledge of GASB standards and GAAP accounting principles.
- Demonstrated leadership, supervisory skills, and insight to lead and develop others.
- Ability to review and assess the operational and financial viability of new and existing contractual agreements and proposals.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Federal and State financial laws, regulations, and operating guidelines as they pertain to public institutions of higher education.
- Working knowledge of NACUBO (National Association of College and University Business Officers), SACUBO (Southern Association of College and University Business Officers), and TASCUBO (Texas Association of State Senior College & University Business Officers).
Desired Qualifications:
- Master's degree.
- Experience as a financial and business operations administrator in higher education.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
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