Provides highly advanced administrative and managerial functions for Business Affairs, including Accounting Services, Payroll Services, Grant Accounting, Procurement, Disbursements and Financial Reporting. Provides day-to-day direction, guidance, and policy information for financial operations and university decision-makers.
Essential Duties:
Provides oversight and leadership in the activities of the accounting, payroll, financial reporting, disbursement and procurement functions of the university.
Responsible for the salaries and budgeting for all departments in these areas.
Provides oversight of the maintenance of the University's financial records in accordance with acceptable accounting principles, applicable University policies and local, state and federal requirements.
Provides oversight of the preparation of various financial reports, including the Annual Financial Report, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Provides management with timely reviews of the university's financial status. Oversees external, internal, and other third-party audits.
Provides oversight, leadership and guidance for university procurement and contract management and Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program.
Provides leadership in the development and implementation of appropriate internal control systems.
Participates in University and campus community relations by representing department at meetings and serving on committees as needed. Fosters positive relationships with academic and administrative units throughout the University community.
Performs other duties assigned.
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial operations, compliance and financial systems management.
Must have the ability to work at all levels and constituencies, as well as have proven skills in in the resolution of complex issues.
Solid leadership skills, including a team-based approach to work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent computer skills, customer oriented, and demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population required.
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA and/or Master's degree.
Current knowledge of NACUBO, federal, and state rules and legislation concerning higher education, Experience with PeopleSoft finance and human resource systems preferred.
Special Instructions:
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
Open Until Filled: No
Location: Arlington
Internal Number: 23199
About The University of Texas at Arlington
With annual research expenditures in excess of $100M, the University of Texas at Arlington is a Carnegie Research-1 “highest research activity” institution committed to life-enhancing discovery, innovative instruction, and caring community engagement. A leading institution in the heart of the thriving North Texas region, UTA nurtures minds within an environment that values excellence, ingenuity, and diversity. With a total global enrollment of over 59,000 in AY 2018-19, UTA is one of the largest institutions in the University of Texas System. Guided by its Strategic Plan Bold Solutions | Global Impact, UTA fosters interdisciplinary research and teaching to enable the sustainable megacity of the future within four broad themes: health and the human condition, sustainable urban communities, global environmental impact, and data-driven discovery. UTA was cited by U.S. News & World Report as having the second lowest average student debt among U.S. universities in 2018. U.S. News & World Report also ranks UTA fourth in the nation for undergraduate diversity. The University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and is ranked as the top four-year college in Texas for veterans on Military Times’ 2018 Best for Vets list.
