BUSINESS AFFAIRS DIRECTOR

BUSINESS AFFAIRS DIRECTOR

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Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs (FAA) delivers essential business services that provide a foundation for UWM’s student success, research excellence, community engagement, climate and culture, and visibility and image.

The departments in Finance & Administrative Affairs provide a wide array of services to steward and facilitate the management of the university’s primary resources: human capital, finances, facilities, and information technology. FAA staff perform the accounting functions, plan for building construction and remodeling, provide technology infrastructure and enterprise IT services and resources, maintain healthy and safe research environments, provide security and protective services, clean and maintain the campus buildings and grounds, ensure fiscal integrity of campus financial operations, and provide legal advice and representation.

Consistent with UWM’s guiding values, we strive in all we do to model and promote innovation and collaboration, integrity and responsibility, positive transformation of individuals, transparent and inclusive decisions, a caring community, stewardship of resources, diversity in all it definitions, and pride in our vital role.



Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Senior Vice Chancellor for the Division of Finance & Administrative Affairs (the “Division”), this position serves as budget and fiscal manager for the Division and, in that role, is responsible for the direct management of the day-to-day business and financial activities for the Division, including annual budget development, budget management, and oversight of Division finances. This role requires interaction with leaders in the Division, University administration, business officers, personnel directors and managers; other divisional leadership and staff; and with the UWM Foundation. The Divisional Finance Officer ensures excellence, effectiveness, and efficiency of the Division’s business operations. This position has supervisory responsibility for three positions and serves as a member of the Division’s leadership group.

The Division of Finance & Administrative Affairs includes the following operating units:
-Information Technology
-Business & Financial Services
-Human Resources
-Facilities Planning & Management
-Legal Affairs
-University Police.
The standard job description can be found here:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/standard-job-description-library/?jobID=29908
Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree
2. 3+ years of professional work experience performing directly related work within a similar function
3. Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards and financial reporting

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or advanced degree in accounting, finance, business, or relevant field
2. Master’s, related advanced degree, or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA)
3. Directly related experience working in Finance in a public university setting
4. Prior supervisory or leadership experience
5. Proven track record of collaboration and advancing initiatives across all levels of an organization
6. Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools, including PC-based spreadsheet applications and systems
7. Experience with ERP Systems, including Workday

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should upload a cover letter and resume that addresses the professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications, and a list of contact information for three professional references.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.




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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.




CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.




Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.




Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/39368






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