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Director of Finance and Administration

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University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Director of Finance and Administration

Job no: 506272
Work type: Staff Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Graduate Registrar
Union: Non-Unit Exempt
Categories: Accounting/Finance

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

The Director of Finance and Administration reports directly to the Dean of the Graduate School and oversees the Graduate School Major Budgetary Unit (MBU). The Director is responsible for overseeing and directing a broad range of functional areas including: finance and budget, procurement, human resources, recruitment and on-/off-boarding, performance evaluation, compensation, data analytics, business performance metrics, financial reporting, organizational operations, and space management. Administers graduate student non-working fellowship and Externship programs. Supervises the Office of Communications and Events staff within the Graduate School. Holds signature authority with funds. This individual will work closely with all members of the Graduate School leadership team.

Essential Functions

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with University rules and procedures.
  • Analyze, interpret, and forecast annual budget funds as well as revenue and expenditures.
  • Create annual administrative budgets for reporting units.
  • Review vendor bids/proposals, terms and conditions, prepare contracts for services.
  • Provide oversight to: the Dean to manage current and projected personnel/staffing needs as well the recruiting process; the unit’s systems administration (workforce productivity).
  • Supervises the Communications and Events Manager for the Graduate School. Provide functional supervision for all units reporting to the Dean.
  • Manage funding for Graduate School-funded fellowship programs and administers the Graduate School’s Externship programs. Review and approve Externship applications, coordinate non-working fellowship program with relevant staff in the Assistantship Office and Office of Inclusion and Engagement.
  • Administer special cross-departmental administrative projects (e.g., work space reallocation, inter-office personnel transfers, building/contents/facilities maintenance, asset upgrades, and storage arrangements).

    • Other Functions

    Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field.
  • 5 years of experience in a related leadership financial position.
  • 3 years of supervisory experience.
  • Ability to:
  • Create, analyze, and monitor budgets, prepare reports/financial statements and develop creative financial management systems tailored to specific needs.
  • Work independently and with multiple constituencies.
  • Carry significant responsibility, make decisions and work well in a public service environment.
  • Functional understanding of:
  • Generally accepted accounting and financial principles (cash and accrual).
  • Commonwealth or municipal purchasing/procurement and cash handling policies.
  • Strong interest and experience in finance and use of business intelligence analytics.
  • Ability to oversee and manage general administrative functions in a multi-faceted organization including human resource management and office operations.
  • Highly computer literate including current and emerging networked data systems, software applications, database programming, and data retrieval for financial applications.
  • Excellent organizational, communication and analytical thinking skills.
  • Must be a team player.

    • Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

  • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resource Management or related field.
  • Related work experience in higher education.
  • Experience with banking, management of public funds, cost/profit centers, fee-for-service enterprises and eCommerce.
  • Familiarity with PeopleSoft automated systems such as BRS, SIS, and FRS.

    • Additional Details

    This is a non-unit position.

    Work Schedule

    40 hours per week; Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

    Physical Demands/Working Conditions

    Typical office environment activity.

    Salary Information

    Level 27

    Exempt Salary Ranges

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants should apply by the priority deadline of September 9, 2020 in order to ensure consideration, however applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

    UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

    Advertised: Aug 27 2020 Eastern Daylight Time
    Applications close:

    Organization

    The University of Massachusetts Amherst is one of the preeminent public research universities in America. Nestled in idyllic Amherst, Massachusetts—often called “The top college town in North America”—the campus is consistently ranked among the top public research universities in the nation, and offers a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. 

    As one of the nation's top public research universities – as measured by national and international rankings, academic citations, and research funding – the campus spends more than $180 million on research each year, demonstrating its contribution to the nation’s position as a technological and economic leader. The university works in conjunction with academic, government, and private partners to translate new knowledge and scientific discoveries into technical innovations and scholarly works that create opportunities for students, faculty and the public. 

    Eight schools and colleges offer more than 85 undergraduate majors, 68 master’s and 48 doctoral degree programs, many counted among the top programs in the nation and world. UMass Amherst is also home to New England's premier honors college.

    The 1,159 full-time faculty members are dedicated teachers and world-renowned researchers and the campus has regularly been listed among the top performers in terms of faculty awards. With over 24,000 students from all 50 states and over 70 countries, the student body is the most academically successful in the history of the campus. Students participate in 240 organizations, 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams, extensive intramurals, living-learning residence halls, community service, and internships. With one of the largest residential life systems in the nation, UMass Amherst houses approximately 12,000 students on campus. The university is enjoying a facilities renaissance, including new buildings in the sciences, the arts, and recreation. UMass Amherst is part of the Five College consortium with Smith, Mount Holyoke, Hampshire and Amherst colleges.

    As an employer, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a national leader in developing family-friendly policies, benefits and amenities designed to help faculty members develop both productive careers and satisfying personal lives. The university offers one of the nation’s most generous parental leave policies. The university is also part of the Academic Career Network, a regional consortium formed to serve dual-career couples and encourage greater diversity in the academy.

     

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    181 PRESIDENTS DR
    Whitmore Administration Building
     Amherst
    Massachusetts
    01003
    US
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