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- Business Ethics: Establish and maintain effective controls and audit capabilities, documenting policies and standard operating procedures effectively. Track management and policy documents, legal agreements, contracts, and ensure general legal compliance. Provide leadership in risk management, insurance, and liability safeguards.
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Director of Finance - Lawrence, United States - UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MEMORIAL
Description
Job DetailsJob Location
Lawrence, KS
Description
As the Director of Finance for a $32 million organization, the incumbent leads financial process optimization and compliance efforts, implementing innovative technologies and providing strategic analysis to drive informed decision-making. Lead and mentor a skilled team, fostering a culture of leadership and technology adoption while ensuring smooth operations. Prepare comprehensive financial reports, lead the annual budget process, and oversee external audits and tax returns, maintaining strict compliance with accounting principles and laws. Spearhead the development and execution of funding large-scale capital projects, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals and financial objectives. Uphold ethical standards, establish and maintain effective controls, documentation, and legal compliance measures to safeguard the organization's integrity.
Receives supervision from the Executive Director of the University of Kansas Memorial Union Corporation. Position has responsibility for management of a staff of up to four full time and part-time employees.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management or related roles.
3. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis techniques.
4. Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
6. Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Experience in capital planning and funding.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
2. CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification.
3. Experience working in a higher education or nonprofit organization.
4. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; implementation and effective utilization.
5. Experience with project management methodologies.
6. Demonstrated success in implementing innovative financial technologies or processes.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Leadership: Ability to lead financial process optimization efforts and foster a culture of leadership within the team.
2. Financial Analysis: Proficiency in conducting financial analysis and providing strategic recommendations.
3. Compliance: Strong understanding of accounting principles and laws to ensure compliance.
4. Project Management: Experience in planning and executing large-scale capital projects, including budgeting and resource allocation.
5. Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders.
6. Ethics: Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining effective controls to safeguard organizational integrity.
