Central State University Hiring for Senior Director-Administration & Finance at Ohio, United States Full Time

Posting Details

Posting Number
0801074

Classification Title
Senior Director-Administration & Finance

Working Title

Department
Administration & Finance

Department Contact Email
cwilson@centralstate.edu

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Director for Administration and Finance serves as the principal
assistant to and primary representative of the VP for
Administration and Chief Financial Officer ( VPA & CFO ) and
maintains a highly visible leadership role that establishes and
enhances partnerships with internal and external constituencies.
He/she will provide advice and assistance to the VPA & CFO on
matters pertaining to the division’s multifaceted business
activities, and also will oversee a variety of initiatives,
programs and projects. The incumbent also will provide strategic
leadership and operational oversight to the Financial Reporting
area of the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Overall duties and responsibilities of the Director for
Administration & Finance include the following:
 Acts for the VPA & CFO in his absence, including the
coordination of administrative duties.
 Reviews and signs documents up to $5,000, including employee
requisitions, employee action forms, purchasing documents and
budget modification requests.
 Attends Board of Trustee ( BOT ) and BOT subcommittee meetings,
initiates and provides input on issues affecting division
functions, makes presentations on various topics, reviews
information submitted by the division’s functional areas and
prepares the presentations to the BOT .
 Represents the institution to the Ohio Board of Regents and Ohio
Office of Budget and Management on budget matters, participates in
statewide committees and initiatives, and facilitates involvement
of the Budget Director in this regard.
 Works closely with divisional department directors and staff to
enhance their efficiency and effectiveness.
 Integrates policies and procedures into Board-approved,
University documents.
 Serves as University liaison with the Inter-University Council
insurance subgroup.
 Develops initiatives, seminars, and workshops for University
employees.
 Conducts research and development efforts on behalf of the VPA
&‘CFO; prepares written summaries, recommendations and
evaluations in this regard.
 Participates in various standing and ad hoc committees for the
division, and creates and maintains related written records, as
designated.
 Works closely with Grants Accounting, the Budget Office and the
Controller, helping them to enhance their efficiency and
effectiveness.
 Maintains current knowledge of developments and studies in the
area of higher education and finance.
 Other duties assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 Outstanding interpersonal skills, including a can-do, optimistic
attitude, with the ability to influence and build harmonious
working relationships
 Demonstrated knowledge of financial planning, budget management,
and accounting principles and regulations, as applied to State of
Ohio institutions
 Demonstrated experience with institutional policies and
procedures. regulations, and the environment within which they
operate
 Demonstrated ability in directing and integrating business and
finance operational programs; and demonstrated ability to develop
and implement effective fiscal policies and financial
controls
 Ability to create and illustrate complex financial reports,
comparisons, impacts, and projections
 Strong oral and written communication skills
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, and
Word) Strong leadership and management skills; detail and results
oriented
 High motivation with customer service orientation

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Business, Accounting or Finance degree
Master’s degree preferred
CPA preferred

Experience: Ten (10) years of experience at a director level in
finance and administration, preferably in a higher education and/or
the non-profit environment.

Central State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Date
06/24/2021

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position Category
Staff – Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary
$95,000

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest degree you hold?
   • Doctorate
   • Completed all Doctorate coursework, but has not completed
     dissertation
   • Master’s Degree
   • Bachelor’s Degree
   • Assoicate’s Degree
   • High School Diploma or GED
2. * Do you have a current CPA?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * How many years of related experience do you have?
   • 1 to 2 years experience.
   • 3 to 5 years experience.
   • 5 years or more experience.

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents