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Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance
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Position Number: 4867935
Location: Tucson, arizona
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

APPLY: Submit application packet to Pima-AVCF@myersmcrae.com (preferably as PDFs) by January 22, 2024 for best consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC) for Finance provides leadership for financial administration and planning operations for Pima Community College. The AVC for Finance is responsible for overseeing the College's budget development and management, accounting and financial reporting, financial information systems, and College-wide business operations.

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance provides administrative oversight for the day-to-day accounting, business operations, and purchasing functions and ensures accurate and timely financial statements. The AVC for Finance manages the finance teams and oversees the timely submission of institutional reports.

This position supports efforts to make the finances of the institution more transparent and accessible to all members of the community and fosters strategic and comprehensive decision-making. The AVC for Finance establishes and monitors financial goals, establishes priorities for the Finance division, and ensures that services are in accordance with federal and state rules and regulations

The work schedule for this position is flexible and may include working evenings and weekends and local travel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Executive Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration in developing and implementing a comprehensive, multi-year financial model to guide strategic decision-making and projections

Assess the College's financial position and issue periodic reports on the College's financial stability and growth. Manage through economic challenges by working closely with Administrators on financial opportunities and providing comprehensive information

Oversee and direct College budgeting, audit, tax, and general accounting functions. Develop a budgeting and financial planning structure focused on aligning allocation decisions with strategic goals and priorities. Enhance the College's operating budget process by making it more inclusive and transparent as the College executes a plan to realize new revenues and expense reductions

Work with the Executive Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration in supporting the Governing Board's Finance and Audit Committee by studying and addressing strategic financial issues

Improve collaboration and transparent communication of the College's budget and finances and support excellent working partnerships to strengthen and bridge partnerships between staff of Financial Operations and Business Services

Oversee and direct planning and issuance of annual and other required financial reports

Monitor workflow and evaluate business systems, methods, and procedures. Lead efforts to identify and implement processes and systems with the goal of improved service and cost-effectiveness crucial to the financial success of the College

Promote a strong customer service orientation in all interactions with internal and external constituencies and create opportunities for innovative ideas for efficiency and enhanced revenue to be exchanged

Partner with the Executive Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration to further strengthen the finance and business office teams and develop and mentor staff to deliver services and provide analysis that exceeds expectations

Analyze and interpret federal, state, and local laws and ensure the College is in compliance. Ensure that adequate accounting controls and records maintenance policies are followed and support the financial integrity of the College

Provide District-wide leadership and guidance for inquiries regarding policy and procedures interpretation, accounting, and budgeting activities, and financial reporting

Master's degree in a business related field such as accounting, economics, or finance and

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job in an executive capacity will be considered

Additional Information:

Applicants who have characteristics and experiences that meet the "Key Selection Criteria" and the "Additional Competencies" but do not meet the education or experience requirements should submit a separate document outlining how their background is equivalent to the requirements.

Preferred:

Certified Public Accountant

Ten plus years of experience in higher education setting with a demonstrated understanding of higher education

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Demonstrated success in managing organizational change with a proven track record of producing strategic results; knowledge of financial accounting, financial planning and analysis, and the ability to build and analyze financial models, business plans, and program scenarios: strong bias for action, and inclusive and innovative problem-solving ability

Ability to work effectively with leadership, governance, and faculty across a wide range of financial and business operations with multiple constituents and the ability to serve as an advisor and consultant; flexible and interculturally competent; possess a leadership style that is collegial, approachable, and accessible

Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competencies in making complex decisions; successfully developing and implementing short and long-term objectives; aligning resources with strategy; delegating effectively; and managing effective work processes

An accomplished record of leadership in managing organizational functions and promoting an environment of excellence, support, and satisfaction; demonstrated standard for being a role model of ethical behavior by consistently conforming to the highest ethical standards and practices and is respectful of diverse views and opinions\

Ability to foster cohesion and a sense of working together for the good of the College and is committed to the effective use of technology within academic and administrative environments

Additional Competencies:

To be successful in this role, the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance must possess outstanding leadership qualities and strategic ability; a strong commitment to service and accountability; and a deep interest in building strong relationships of trust with administrators, faculty, and staff. The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance will be an experienced leader with a clear, focused commitment to leading and managing complex financial and budget matters, resource planning, and operations.

Must demonstrate creative leadership, innovation, and a mindset of continuous improvement; enthusiasm; a style that is genuine, open, and engaging; good judgment in assessing where improvements are needed; the ability to make appropriate connections and build synergies; an open and creative approach to problem-solving and a willingness to address issues

Demonstrated success and ability to lead and engage with others as a strategic partner with vision, high energy, and passion in a culture of customer service while helping to bring modern approaches and new ways of thinking

Demonstrate a collaborative, consultative, and team oriented leadership style; must be a team builder and a team player with the ability to energize and empower others. Ability to collaborate effectively with administrators and staff

Proven leadership success across broad and decentralized environments and the energy and ability to work effectively with all divisions of Pima Community College; demonstrate the ability to think holistically and creatively in developing solutions

Supportive consensus builder with vision; comfortable and confident in facilitating and managing change; patience, flexibility, and ability to engage people in difficult and challenging decisions

Possess excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills together with excellent listening skills; the ability to seek out, understand, and enable diverse viewpoints and approaches to achieve College goals

APPLY: Submit application packet to Pima-AVCF@myersmcrae.com preferably as PDFs) by January 22, 2024 for best consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.