AVP, Director of Financial Management
Jacksonville, FL, United States
Jacksonville University seeks a dynamic, distinguished executive to serve as its nextDirector, Financial Management. The Director, Financial Management is responsiblefor supporting the success of the Jacksonville University community through the strategicmanagement of university resources, administration of treasury functions, risk management,and financial analysis.
Supervisory Responsibilities Direct Reports Include
Duties/Responsibilities The successful Director, Financial Management candidate will:
Support the Chief Financial Officer in leading, developing, and monitoring Universitymulti-year financial plans and capital budgets, while continuously recommending improvementsto the current planning and budget processes.
Recommend strategies that enhance financial reporting and financial management, includingcost avoidance, cost savings, and revenue enhancements for the University.
Provide support, guidance and training to administrative and academic leaders, financialstaff, and business staff as directed; effectively engage people not directly underhis/her supervision to enact solutions.
Support strategic data-driven and informed decision-making throughout the Universityby focusing on analytics that improve resource management activities, while optimizingfinancial returns, and ensuring financial sustainability.
Work with departmental budget liaisons and finance staff to understand micro and macrobusiness needs and apply that knowledge to the development of the new budget model;raise issues and complete analysis and documentation that clearly explains those issuesto the Chief Financial Officer; research, report and advocate for best practices.
Provide relevant cash analysis and ensure that sufficient funds are available to meetongoing operational and capital investment requirements. Establish efficient cashand liquidity reporting capabilities to monitor compliance with policy, debt covenants,and relevant laws and higher education requirements.
Coordinate University banking and investment activities, administer portals and operations,and serve as a liaison to various financial institutions and investment managers.
Working with the Controller, ensure bank reconciliations are completed in a timelymanner, no later than the end of the subsequent accounting period.
Collaborate with the accounting and financial leadership teams to compile informationfor, and prepare, various reports required by bond holders, accrediting bodies, andgoverning bodies (i.e., federal government, state government, NCAA, etc.).
Oversee risk management opportunities for the University, including facilities risk,financial risk, and compliance risk. Coordinate as necessary with the Chief FinancialOfficer and/or University liaison to FICURMA.
Lead and supervise team members to include, but not limited to, coaching, mentoring,performance evaluations, and delegation.
Represent the Chief Financial Officer at meetings as assigned.
Participate in or lead various accounting, finance, treasury, and business initiativesand meetings as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities Financial experience in nonprofit higher education, nonprofit organizations, educationalorganizations, government, or government agencies.
Education, Certificates, Licenses, & Experience Master's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a relevant field, with eightyears of relevant experience.
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a relevant field, with twelveyears of relevant experience in lieu of a Master's degree
Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach.
Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines.
Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone.
This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills requiredfor this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilitiesto meet organizational needs.
To Apply Interested applicants are asked to send a copy of their resume, cover letter, andlist of references along with a completed JU application to Randy Freebourn at [email protected] .
Howard Administration Building
2800 University Blvd N
Jacksonville, FL 32211
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