Director, Finance

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond. The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance. Salary: Commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work. Job Description Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Investment Officer and Treasurer, the Director, Finance manages and directs the debt operations and capital planning functions.

Requirements

• BBA in Finance or Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight years in accounting, finance and/or financial analysis.
• Experience using spreadsheet, word processing, accounting and presentation software.
• Ability to analyze and summarize financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and collaboratively work with others.
• This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only.
• Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply.
• A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.
• All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Manage The Texas A&M University System debt programs which include issuance, expenditure and reporting on the A&M System bond and commercial paper programs and ensuring compliance with policy, state and federal law.
• Review and/or prepare documents for debt issuance which includes official statements, offering memorandums, paying agent agreements, escrow agreements, amortization schedules, applications, reports, etc.
• Work directly with financial advisors, rating agencies, investment bankers, bond counsel and underwriters' counsel.
• Manage the allocation and payment of debt service which includes approval of debt service vouchers, wires and related documents.
• Manage the preparation of the System Capital Plan. Review and provide data for cash flow projections of debt issuance based on Capital Plan.
• Assist System members with the completion of pro-forma schedules for proposed projects and review completed pro-forma schedules.
• Manage the process for completion of the Coordinating Board Master Plan updates, State Capital Construction application forms and other capital related reporting.
• Provide guidance to System members regarding presentation of projects on these capital planning documents.
• Coordinate with the System Offices and System members to determine funding sources and accounts for major construction projects and other debt-financed projects.
• Provide information and respond to requests/questions from A&M System members, bond counsel, financial advisors, state agencies, rating agencies, paying agents, escrow agents, remarketing agents, and investors related to debt programs.
• Monitor and plan for debt issuance which includes participating in or leading meetings/conference calls with financial advisors, rating agencies, bond counsel and investment bankers.
• Serve as the backup to sign/approve disbursements and wires.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive health benefits
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor
• additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options
• tuition assistance
• wellness programs to promote work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director