Director I Business Administration for the College of Health Sciences

Hiring Department

DIRECTOR I BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Office of the Dean
College of Health Sciences
University of Missouri - Columbia

Job Description

The College of Health Sciences at the University of Missouri is seeking qualified applicants for a Director I Business Administration position that serves the college as business and finance officer. This position will act as a strategic partner for the Dean's Office and the MU Division of Finance and Business Services. This position has responsibility for providing financial leadership, advice, and management of competing demands and priorities for the college. In collaboration with the Dean's leadership team, the position provides effective financial management for approximately $33+ million with $10+ million in grant expenditures. The Dean's leadership team includes the senior associate dean, associate dean, 8 department chairs, and two directors.

Reporting to the dean, this position is responsible for managing the business and financial functions for the college. Including general operating funds, grants and contracts, gifts and endowments, and clinical operations. This position provides oversight and coordination to advance the strategic initiatives and deliverables of the college.

The business and finance officer will play an integral role in the planning, forecasting, and integration of critical performance initiatives into multi-year planning processes. They will lead the development, management, and projection of the units operating and capital budgets, including overseeing the development of comprehensive budget and management reports. Continuous improvement and a transformative mindset will be key to furthering the college mission. The position represents the college, takes part in discussion and project work, and works to implement designated actions and activities. This individual must have exceptional communication skills, be flexible, and quickly adapt to rapid change and multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

Primary responsibilities include:

25% - In conjunction with college leadership, develop the long-term financial plan in support of the college strategic plan. Ensure budget allocations, revenue targets, and financial decisions are in alignment with unit and campus-wide strategic priorities and goals. Identify opportunities and make recommendations that enhance the long-term financial health of the college. Explore and/or analyze funding opportunities and cost-reduction efficiencies to support a financially sustainable college. Assist and support department chairs/directors to develop individual business plans to enhance revenues and/or reduce costs within each unit. Collaborate with and support the Deans and Chairs to consolidate and finalize an annual operating budget including the merit process within the resources available to the college. Regularly provide information to leaders including the Dean, Directors, Chairs, campus leaders, community representatives and other external stakeholders.

20% - Accountable for the day-to-day transactional accounting and fiscal activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, travel expenses, purchasing card activity, budget maintenance and post-award grants management. Assess operating results in terms of profitability and performance against budget. Recommend operating improvements for the departments serving as a trusted advisor to the leadership team. Provide accurate and timely historical and projected financial and operation information and analysis, including presentation of financial results compared to plan. Provide advice and counsel to leadership on interpretation of operational results and trends. Assist with recommendations of action plans when required.

15% - Monitor organizational performance, and proactively detect issues that must be addressed, bringing those to the attention of the Dean and the Vice Chancellor - Finance & Business Services. Ensure the necessary checks and balances for all business operations are in place, and appropriate segregation of duties exists at all levels. Approve all security access for the financial systems, ensure that access is appropriate and monitored regularly for need and/or removal. Oversee strategic projects with a focus on change management initiatives. Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation. Leads the preparation of the annual budget in consultation with the MU Finance & Administration and college leadership.

15% - Oversee centralized shared services support model with 8 direct reports providing fiscal, general, and operational project support at the College/School/Division (CSD) level. Responsible to ensure shared services support staff receive appropriate training and professional development to perform competently their duties, organize and deliver department and college level training and education to ensure compliance with all UM System, campus and college policies and procedures, and College of Health Sciences best practices. Provide performance feedback, coaching, and mentorship to support staff. Ensure that internal benchmarks and time commitments are met.

15% - Interpret UM System and campus policies and procedures for College of Health Sciences faculty and staff and make recommendations for alternative solutions when needed. Monitor and evaluate college and department level fiscal and procurement policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UM System, campus, and college policies and procedures. Actively seek continuous quality improvement in the context of known best practices. Modify or make recommendations to modify policies and procedures that become outdated or ineffective. Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial oversight. Review and/or approve a variety of transactions, maintaining signature authority for college-wide purchases, and approving financial system security and actions. Oversee the processes of payroll reconciliation, travel authorization, purchasing card reconciliation, internal controls, and other fiscal activities.

5% - Participate in the recruitment and selection of Dean’s Office and other Central Office staff ensuring the appropriate technical skills for the title and duties involved are adequate.

5% - Represent the College of Health Sciences on campus business & finance officer committees and serve on campus ad hoc committees as requested (for example, FACTS training courses).

Additional duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and priorities of the college.

Shift

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in business, accounting, economics or related area
• Preference is a Master's degree or other advanced degree in relevant areas of study
• Recognizable as a leader, possessing outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated success collaborating across organizational lines to ensure strong working relationships with academic units, research centers and administration.
• Abilities in building and sustaining high performing teams
• Strong quantitative and technical skills required

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $67,746 – $115,000
Grade: 012
University Title: Director I Business Administration
Internal applicants can determine their current grade and university title by accessing the Job Information page through the Additional Employee Info tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Completed online application, cover letter, and resume are required.
Applications must be submitted on-line through the University of Missouri website: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings ( search for Job Opening 52434 ).

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed until well-qualified applicants are identified to advance to the interview process.

Other Information

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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