Description
Summary
The Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services is the chief financial officer of the College, with responsibility for leadership and policy development for financial planning, budgeting, accounting and procurement services, business operations, risk management, and facilities management. As a member of the President’s Executive Team and Cabinet, participates in the development of institutional objectives, strategies, policies, analysis, and plans. Supervises staff and oversees the following administrative organizations: accounting, operations and maintenance, business office, public safety, and human resources. Also is responsible for the College’s facility and liability insurance and the 403(b) Oversight Committee. Maintains an ongoing business and organizational relationship with the appropriate officials and employees of federal, state, community, school district and other educational institutions, and other business entities and organizations which have financial or legal relationships with the College. Negotiates with external organizations and builds relations with banks, bondholders and other sources of financing and financial services. Leads a customer service oriented division of finance and operations to serve internal and external customers. Utilizes excellent oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills with students, faculty, staff members and the Board of Trustees and the community. Actively participates in College activities and represents the college in the community as a member of the College’s Executive Team. The Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services reports directly to the President.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript through our online application system at www.lccc.edu/jobs.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Required
Education
Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field from an accredited institution or active Certified Public Accountant license.
Certifications
Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance Fingerprinting).
Must be bondable.
Work Experience
Minimum of five years' of increasingly responsible, senior level finance and operations experience.
Experience and proficiency with computerized accounting systems and Microsoft office products.
Evidence of successful administrative leadership that demonstrates exceptional organizational, communication, interpersonal, budget financial reporting, negotiation and personnel management skills.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Must be able to explain complex budget items to a wide audience. Ability to develop and executive long range financial plans and align resources with college’s strategic goals and mission.
Must possess a high level of work skills and behaviors including: teamwork/cooperation, initiative and strategic thinking customer service, and commitment to continuous professional growth in skills and knowledge. Strong analytical and problem solving skills to forecast budgets, identify efficiencies and make data driven decisions.
Preferred:
Master’s degree from an accredited institution and active Certified Public Accountant license.
Fund accounting and bond issuance experience.
Minimum of ten years' financial management and supervisory experience in higher education particularly at a community college or publicly funded institution.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to postsecondary educational institution's financial operations.
Experience over seeing facilities operations, capital projects, maintenance and auxiliary services.
Experience in Human Resources and Public Safety.
Experience with Ellucian Banner.
Experience working with collective bargaining units.
Bi-lingual (Spanish)
