Finance Manager, Mathematics

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

40d•$70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Natural Sciences (CNS) at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences please visit: https://cns.utexas.edu/. At the heart of the sciences and technologies that drive our modern world is mathematics, a universal language that can lead to better understanding of everything. Our faculty are among the world's most well-known mathematicians, including multiple winners of the Abel Prize-math's equivalent of the Nobel. Purpose The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial functions and staff within the department, in addition to handling complex financial and operational tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline, and a minimum of six years of increasingly responsible accounting experience.
At least three years of supervisory experience with a demonstrated track record of effectively leading, managing, and developing staff.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
Ability to think strategically, work collaboratively, and contribute to continuous improvement.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education or state agency environment. Demonstrated knowledge with commonly used business applications at the University of Texas at Austin. Working knowledge of UT-Austin accounting policies and practices, including purchasing and vouchering rules, guidelines and procedures. Prior experience monitoring budgets and identifying issues. Experience with creating dashboards and visual reports.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Supervise accounting and grants administrative staff and student workers, providing guidance and oversight to ensure efficient operations.
Providing ongoing coaching and training opportunities to support staff growth.
Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Financial Management Oversight: Advise accounting team regarding financial questions regarding allowability and/or source of funds. Review and approve transactions, including corrections by administrative teams in their areas of responsibilities. Approve transaction processes and corrections submitted by administrative teams.
Assists with review of monthly and fiscal-year transactions.
Monitor stopgap accounts, process costing corrections, and initiate funding transfers.
Serve as a backup document creator and processor for office-related actions.
Ensure financial transactions comply with university policies and applicable regulations.
Budget and Compliance Oversight: Serve as the financial point of contact for office budgets and accounts.
Oversee compliance activities, including balance reviews, budget preparation, and scholarship processing.
Assist the Director with instructional budget planning.
Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to document and enhance financial workflows within the department.
Develop and implement training plans for new processes and policy changes.