Vice President for Financial and Administrative Services

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience                

Minimum: Master’s degree in business administration, public administration or related field with a concentration in finance from a regionally accredited institution, and three to five years of progressive managerial experience in higher education (community college preferred) or public sector involving significant decision-making authority in the planning, organization and direction of fiscal operations. 

Must possess considerable knowledge of personnel, purchasing, budgeting and accounting practices and procedures.

Knowledge and Skills           

• Must possess demonstrated skills in exercising exceptional administrative level leadership, initiative, judgment, discretion, conflict resolution and decision-making, financial and investment management, written and oral communications, negotiating, complex problem solving, serve as liaison to the NCCCS finance office.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze complex financial and accounting data and experience in budget management, strategic planning, long-range financial planning and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GASB regulations.
• Demonstrated and documented competency in planning, organizing, and managing administrative, business and financial operations.
• Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration, teamwork, and involve all stakeholders in decision-making process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software, electronic communication and cloud-based web applications with a working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague and software developed for the NCCCS

Licensing Requirement       

Preferred: Certified Public Accountant with progressive managerial experience in a community college system.

Posted salary is the minimum.  Actual salary will be calculated based on education and relevant experience 

Statement of Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to lead the operational and financial services of the college to assist in achieving the objectives of SCC while maintaining the highest fiscal and administrative integrity. This position serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the College.

Classification

This position makes administrative and managerial decisions for a major division of the institution. It has significant accountability for planning program development and implementation.  Work includes direct supervision of employees in specific operations of the institution.  Work assignments are generally self-planned and may require frequent interaction with local and state agencies.  Considerable independence is exercised in carrying out broad program responsibility, with respect to the overall mission, vision, goals and strategic plan of the institution, and in compliance with the policies and procedures of the Board of Trustees.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Ensure the utmost fiscal integrity and administrative efficiency of the college, ensure that it follows sound business practices and abides by federal and state law and North Carolina Community College System – NCCCS – fiscal policies and procedures.
• Serve as advisor to the President on the financial condition of the college and budgeting of college funds but providing regular forecasts to the President.
• Serve as advisor to the President on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions and provide leadership and assistance to college administration, faculty and staff related to accounting and budgeting processes and policies, and the efficient utilization of financial resources.
• Lead and support the Comptroller and Director of Business Operations.
• Maintain and operate an appropriate system of accounting and financial reporting.
• Assist the President and other college officials in the preparation of the annual college budget.
• Prepare budget amendments monthly and revise the budget as appropriate.
• Prepare and provide institutional financial analysis, budget and expenditure reports to the Board of Trustees.
• Responsible for the accurate preparation and presentation of reports and financial documents as required by local, state and federal agencies.
• Responsible for the investment of college funds in compliance with regulations.
• Responsible for the risk management program for the college to include risk evaluation, risk avoidance programs and insurance coverage.
• Responsible for the supervision and operation of the Business Services and Human Resources departments of the college.
• Ensure department is in compliance with GASB regulations.
• Interact with students, faculty, staff, the public, the community, and co-workers in a cooperative, courteous, and professional manner.
• Serve on committees and teams, as assigned, and take an active role in the reaccreditation process (SACSCOC).
• Interpret and comply with all college Policies and Procedures, as well as oversee and modify administrative policy updates as appropriate to facilitate the application of sound business practices.
• Ability to integrate policies and procedures with work units external to the College.
• Lead the preparation of annual unit planning goals, process improvement priorities and new initiatives for the annual Continuous Improvement Plan.
• Ability to supervise a variety of business functions funded by federal grant sources and/or a variety of functional activities, programs, and/or services.
• Actively participate in institutional strategic planning and reporting.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of the college bookstore, currently contracted to a qualified college bookstore operator.
• Responsible for the college vending operations, currently contracting with appropriate food and drink vendors.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience                

Minimum: Master’s degree in business administration, public administration or related field with a concentration in finance from a regionally accredited institution, and three to five years of progressive managerial experience in higher education (community college preferred) or public sector involving significant decision-making authority in the planning, organization and direction of fiscal operations. 

Must possess considerable knowledge of personnel, purchasing, budgeting and accounting practices and procedures.

Knowledge and Skills           

• Must possess demonstrated skills in exercising exceptional administrative level leadership, initiative, judgment, discretion, conflict resolution and decision-making, financial and investment management, written and oral communications, negotiating, complex problem solving, serve as liaison to the NCCCS finance office.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze complex financial and accounting data and experience in budget management, strategic planning, long-range financial planning and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GASB regulations.
• Demonstrated and documented competency in planning, organizing, and managing administrative, business and financial operations.
• Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration, teamwork, and involve all stakeholders in decision-making process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software, electronic communication and cloud-based web applications with a working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague and software developed for the NCCCS

Physical Demands   

Office and campus environment

Licensing Requirement       

Preferred: Certified Public Accountant with progressive managerial experience in a community college system.

Working Conditions and Environment

Monday through Friday on-site work week.  Occasional evening functions.  Occasional out-of-town travel is required for meetings and professional development.

Equipment Operation

This position does utilize computer software developed for the NCCCS.  There is no operation of heavy equipment required of this position.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position.  Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel.  The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.

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