Executive VP of Finance and Administration (EVP)

Job Description

The University of Indianapolis seeks an experienced Executive VP of Finance and Administration (EVP) with outstanding leadership and executive skills to help lead the University into the future. Reporting directly to the President, the Executive VP of Finance and Administration is one of two Executive Vice Presidents for the University and a key member of the University’s Senior Leadership Team. The EVP is a key strategic partner to the President on all financial matters, especially as they relate to right-sizing the operational structure to align with current strategic priorities, new revenue generation, and operational efficiencies.

The EVP provides leadership and management of the following functions for the University: strategic management of finance, facilities, campus operations, vendor management, IT, procurement, and auxiliary business. It includes working closely with the President and the Provost and EVP of Academic Affairs on strategic planning and budgeting, efficient allocation of the University’s resources, hiring and developing their team, assessing and ensuring operational efficiency and excellence, as well as identifying and developing new sources of revenue. The EVP maintains knowledge of developments and trends in finance and administration including technological advances, joint venture management, managing and working with ratings agencies, and effective implementation of new systems and major modifications of existing systems.

The EVP serves as a liaison to the following Board of Trustees committees: Finance and Investment, Endowment, Audit, and any other ad-hoc committees the Board deems appropriate. The position has significant visibility and requires involvement with all campus departments, vendors, ratings agencies, community, and corporate leaders. Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices, including but not limited to tax laws, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), federal acquisition regulations (FAR), and cost accounting standards (CAS).

This position works in close partnership with and oversees the University's Associate Vice President and Controller, Director of Facilities Management, Interim Chief Information Officer, and Interim Chief Technology Officer.

UIndy invites nominations, applications, and expressions of interest as part of the search for the next EVP of Finance and Administration. For full consideration, please submit a current resume and a letter of interest by October 1, 2023, to jobs.uindy.edu . Interviews will begin mid-October with a possible start date around late November. Salary is market competitive and commensurate with experience.

Semi-finalist interviews will be remote and finalist interviews will be conducted in-person. Semi-finalists and finalists will be required to submit additional information including names of three references.

Company Description

The University of Indianapolis is a private, liberal arts institution and home to a close-knit community of more than 700 faculty and staff supporting approximately 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students on our main campus. We offer an inclusive work environment where your individual contributions will be recognized and rewarded and the University’s motto, “Education for Service,” provides the foundation for all our work. Our shared mission is to prepare our graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve, and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The University recently welcomed its 10th President, Dr. Tanuja Singh, and looks expectantly towards the future.

Situated on 65 acres in the University Heights neighborhood and just minutes from downtown Indianapolis, UIndy’s campus is close to all of the cultural, shopping, sports, and recreational amenities you’d expect in the 13th-largest city in the United States. UIndy employees and their families enjoy free admission to home sporting events, and many arts and cultural events on campus are free for employees as well. The University offers a competitive total compensation package.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals
• Paid Holiday time and additional University days off
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.

Responsibilities -Executive VP of Finance and Administration (EVP)

• Provides leadership and management of the following functions for the University: strategic management of finance, facilities, campus operations, vendor management, IT, procurement, and auxiliary business
• Works closely with the President, the Provost, and the EVP of Academic Affairs on strategic planning and budgeting, efficient allocation of the University's resources, hiring and developing their team, assessing, and ensuring operational efficiency and excellence, as well as identifying and developing new sources of revenue
• Maintains knowledge of developments and trends in finance and administration including technological advances, joint venture management, managing and working with ratings agencies, and effective implantation of new systems and major modifications of existing systems
• Serves as a liaison to the following Board of Trustees committees: Finance and Investment, Endowment, Audit, and any other ad-hoc committees the Board deems appropriate
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices, including but not limited to tax laws, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Works with and oversees the University's Associate Vice President and Controller, Director of Facilities Management, Interim Chief Information Officer, and Interim Chief Technology Officer

Qualifications - Executive VP of Finance and Administration (EVP

• A Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with significant relevant experience required
• A Master's degree in finance or an MBA in a finance or related field is preferred
• Credentials such as CPA and/or CFA are highly desirable
• At least 10 years of relevant, progressive experience in management of comparable organizations is preferred
• Experience in Higher Education or a similar size not-for-profit is desirable