Assistant Dean for Finance, Accounting, Contracts and Analytics (FACA)
Job Description
Position Number:
112782Title:
Assistant DeanFunctional Title:
Assistant Dean for Finance, Accounting, Contracts and Analytics (FACA)Category Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
BMGT-Dean-Office of Finance & AccountingCampus/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 If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.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 Assistant Dean for Finance, Accounting, Contracts and Analytics (FACA) supports the Dean with all administrative and financial operations of the Robert H. Smith School of Business with a consolidated budget of $125+ million. The position will provide strategic development, direction and implementation of all business operations and financial policies, practices and procedures. Oversee the Financial Management, Data Analytics and Budget at the direction of the Dean. The Assistant Dean advises the Dean on the financial impact of strategic development and growth of new initiatives at the school. The Assistant Dean leads data analysis efforts to optimize cost, benefit and ROI of significant strategic decisions. This position provides direction and implementation of all business operations and financial policies, practices and procedures. This position will manage the day-to-day cash flow forecasting, expense reimbursements, vendor payments, procurement, contracts, grants, etc. using procedures that are transparent and compliant with policies of UMD and USM. This position will work with the CFO and Provost’s Offices of UMD and other campus officials on the College Budget.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Master’s degree.
Experience:
Master’s degree.
Experience:
- 10 + years successful experience performing a range of accounting and financial analysis and forecasting, including managerial accounting, document review, variance analysis and reporting, development and use of financial modeling and what-if scenarios and grant administration.
- 7+ years of managerial experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong leadership, team building, and strategic financial planning abilities.
- The ability to project a strong positive image of the School through interaction with all constituents.
- Executive problem-solving skills and the ability to organize and manage complex functions.
- Exceptional aptitude in financial and budget activities management.
- Must be skilled in using financial management software commonly used in higher education.
- Willingness to help team members problem-solve by active utilization of software and databases at the transactional level, as necessary.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of organizational management, financial management, operations management, understanding of academic program administration, and leadership and management experience.
- Ability to reconcile consolidated financial reports.
- Proven ability to develop managerial accounting reports, including 5-7 year projections.
- Strategic understanding of the budget and forecasting process, document review, variance analysis and reporting. Development and use of financial modeling and what-if scenarios.
- Experience and knowledge with contracts and grants administration.
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with faculty, staff and campus officials at all levels.
- Exceptionally proficient with Excel
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, and non-profit reporting.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Higher Education experience preferred.
- Knowledge of University of Maryland, College Park systems and processes preferred but not required.
Additional Information:
- This position is not fully remote and requires in-person attendance, unless otherwise authorized by the Dean.
- Salary range $200,000-$250,000.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
- The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or, extensive reading.
- Must be able to travel to meetings around campus and the State.
- Must be able to lift ten pounds.
Posting Date:
09/13/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
09/27/2024Diversity 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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