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About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Vice President for Finance and Planning serves as a member of the Division of Finance senior management team. The Vice President adds to the informed perspective of the CFO and facilitates the implementation of activities between the CFO and academic and administrative departments. The Vice President is responsible for leadership and oversight of all matters regarding financial planning, resource use and development, including budget development, business reporting and systems, policy and internal control. The Vice President supports the institution’s ongoing efforts to pursue innovative business solutions and to develop operating strategies that enhance revenue and efficiency and lead to more cost-effective administrative practices. The Vice President is a trusted advisor to the CFO and a collaborative colleague for their peers. The Vice President provides leadership and direction to the following Division of Finance leaders.
− Executive Director, Budget and Financial Reporting,
− Associate Controller,
− Director, Financial Systems,
− Director, Student Finance Services and
− Director, Financial Operations.
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Position Overview
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Vice President of Finance and Planning serves as a member of the of the Division of Finance senior management team. The Vice President is responsible for oversight and management of all day-to-day activities regarding financial resource use and development, business reporting and systems, and policy and internal controls. The Vice President supports the CFO in implementing ongoing efforts to develop operating strategies that enhance revenue and efficiency, lead to more cost-effective fiscal administrative practices, and furthers the mission and strategic goals of the institution in the area of finance. The Vice President provides leadership and direction to the Executive Director, Budget and Financial Reporting, Associate Controller, Director, Financial Systems, Director, Student Finance Services and Director, Financial Operations.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Finance/Accounting required. Minimum of 10 years of financial management experience and the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to lead a complex multi-function enterprise with the highest standards of fiscal efficiency and customer service.
• Ability to interpret business and operational needs and develop integrated, creative solutions.
• Ability to implement new procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness.
• Skilled in communicating effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill at developing, designing, and implementing operational and procedural policies, new administrative policies, reports, procedures and practices.
• Understanding and implementation of teambuilding and collaborative decision-making process within and across division/department lines.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, the higher education state appropriations formula and non-formula funding process, procedures and calculations.
• Knowledge of current financial visualization tools and dashboards that aid in the development financial trends and metrics.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, University policies and procedures, and laws and regulations pertaining to financial operations.
Job Duties
• Provide leadership over all business and financial operations including internal controls, policy implementation, financial operations, and budgeting.
• Provide direction in the coordination of budgetary and expenditure functions, including the preparation of the annual budget.
• Provide support in the development of the University’s legislative appropriation request that support the operational and strategic objectives of the University
• Provide guidance and direction on financial reporting, cash management, policy, and internal controls.
• Continuously improve financial systems and procedures so that financial records provide accurate and timely information in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements and disclosures for internal and external users in accordance with legal requirements.
• Analyze, forecast and evaluate spending levels relative to projected available resources.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial proformas that provide transparency to the financial position of the University.
• Develop and promote opportunities for innovation, professional growth and staff development.
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Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
*Master's in Business Administration or Health Related field
*CPA
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Job Duties:
- Provide leadership over all business and financial operations including internal controls, policy implementation, financial operations, and budgeting.
- Provide direction in the coordination of budgetary and expenditure functions, including the preparation of the annual budget.
- Provide support in the development of the University's legislative appropriation request that support the operational and strategic objectives of the University.
- Provide guidance and direction on financial reporting, cash management, policy, and internal controls.
- Continuously improve financial systems and procedures so that financial records provide accurate and timely information in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements and disclosures for internal and external users in accordance with legal requirements.
- Analyze, forecast and evaluate spending levels relative to projected available resources.
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial proformas that provide transparency to the financial position of the University.
- Develop and promote opportunities for innovation, professional growth and staff development.
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Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm
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Driving University Vehicle:
No
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Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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