UAS Arts & Sciences Manager of Finance and Administration
About The Position
The School of Arts and Sciences is seeking a competent and dynamic Manager of Finance and Administration to oversee and manage both financial and administrative/operational functions within the School, which includes the academic departments of Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Business/Public Administration. This role requires expertise in fiscal management, with a focus on directing, planning, and controlling a general fund budget of approximately $6.7 million and a restricted fund budget of around $1.2 million, ensuring effective financial oversight, budget adjustments, and comprehensive financial reporting. In addition to fiscal responsibility, the Manager of Finance and Administration will closely collaborate with Arts & Sciences staff to fulfill a variety of administrative tasks including but not limited to operations, travel, course scheduling, and human resources.This position demands strategic oversight of personnel matters and coordination with the HR department to ensure timely execution of all personnel actions. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to enhance administrative operations, ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal regulations, and continuously improving processes for greater efficiency and productivity. This position is part of a dynamic, small Dean’s Office team within the UAS School of Arts & Sciences. Our programs take full advantage of the majesty of beautiful Southeast Alaska, which includes the famed Inside Passage—a majestic array of islands, channels, and fjords abutting coastal mountains, icefields, and glaciers. Our students have opportunities for field study and research in the Tongass National Forest, in intertidal marine environments, and on nearby icefields. Our Juneau Campus is located in Alaska’s capital city, which provides opportunities for student internships in Alaska’s legislature. The Manager of Finance and Administration will help to foster an environment where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are vital to present and future success. The University’s excellence in teaching, research, and service is best realized by faculty, students, and staff who share a commitment to these values and advance the University’s DEICS (diversity, equity, inclusion and cultural safety) mission. We encourage applicants to visit our Strategic Plan website to learn more about the A&S focus on excellence, access, service, and engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker with strong financial acumen and leadership skills to contribute to the success of the School of Arts and Sciences' students, faculty, and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. The successful candidate will encompass the below skills and abilities: Fiscal financial or budget analysis skills that include knowledge/use of spreadsheet, database, and query development tools. Advanced knowledge of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Familiarity with grants and restricted funds management. Strong project management skills. Strong customer service skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Experience with process improvement techniques and demonstrated effectiveness in managing in a culture of change and/or transition. Ability to exercise good judgment in financial decision making and ability to seek direction.
Requirements
- Fiscal financial or budget analysis skills that include knowledge/use of spreadsheet, database, and query development tools
- Advanced knowledge of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Familiarity with grants and restricted funds management
- Strong project management skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Experience with process improvement techniques and demonstrated effectiveness in managing in a culture of change and/or transition
- Ability to exercise good judgment in financial decision making and ability to seek direction
- A Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal/budget supervision, business/educational management and administration, employee supervision, and/or team leadership; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
- The successful applicant is required to complete a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or management related fields
- Previous experience in higher education
- Knowledge of UA fiscal rules and regulations
- Experience successfully working with people of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage both financial and administrative/operational functions
- Direct, plan, and control a general fund budget of approximately $6.7 million and a restricted fund budget of around $1.2 million
- Ensure effective financial oversight, budget adjustments, and comprehensive financial reporting
- Collaborate with Arts & Sciences staff to fulfill a variety of administrative tasks including but not limited to operations, travel, course scheduling, and human resources
- Strategic oversight of personnel matters and coordination with the HR department to ensure timely execution of all personnel actions
- Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance administrative operations
- Ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations
- Continuously improve processes for greater efficiency and productivity
- Foster an environment where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are vital to present and future success
Benefits
- UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
