Director for Finance and Administration/Controller
- Employer
- Buena Vista University
- Location
- Storm Lake, Iowa, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Jan 6, 2025
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Business & Management, Accounting & Finance, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Financial Affairs, Enrollment Management, Financial Aid
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Buena Vista University is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Administration/Controller to oversee the university's financial operations ensuring fiscal integrity and efficiency. This role serves as a strategic advisor to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and provides leadership for the Business Office and the Office of Financial Assistance. The Director of Finance and Administration/Controller will be at the forefront of financial planning, compliance, budgeting, and reporting to advance the institution’s goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Direct and maintain the University’s financial affairs, including compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations.
- Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports to senior management.
- Manage budgeting processes, financial forecasting, and operational performance evaluations.
- Develop and enforce internal controls and auditing protocols to safeguard University assets.
- Oversee the Business Office and Office of Financial Assistance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Lead the development of residential housing cost plans for various on-campus housing options.
- Provide financial advice to institutional leadership, supporting resource allocation, cost management, and project management.
- Supervise and mentor a team of financial professionals, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and productive work environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required. Master's degree or CPA certification preferred.
- 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience in financial management, ideally in higher education.
- Proven expertise in accounting, budgeting, cost management, and financial analysis.
- Experience with manual and automated accounting systems.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High energy and adaptability, capable of managing complex projects and priorities.
- Interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
A background check will be conducted on the final candidate. Buena Vista University is an EOE/ADA/Smoke-Free Employer and especially welcomes applications from individuals who will contribute to any aspect of the university’s diversity.
Company
BVU, a private university, is a community of doers, cultivators, and creators who believe in transformative higher education. At BVU, we possess an innate instinct to build. It’s rooted in our identity as Beavers and in our belief that we can and should better the world around us. We are an institution forging new ways of learning and serving. We are committed to empowering our students and know that their work does not just stay in Storm Lake, Iowa. Beavers carry it with them as they build throughout the region and across the globe.
In Storm Lake you will find impressive amenities perfect for families, students, young professionals, and retirees alike. Residents and visitors enjoy an energetic downtown that is home to a variety of locally-owned retail stores that complement several national chains. There is an array of shopping, dining, and professional services, as well as a vibrant arts and multicultural environment. We are a diverse community in both population and opportunity. Most important, Storm Lake residents enjoy a relatively low cost of living and a high quality of life. Learn more at BVU.edu/StormLake.
- Website
- http://www.bvu.edu/
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