Special Advisor
About The Position
Jobs in this group are typically responsible for managing the university’s business operations, including project management, financial operations, budgeting, payroll, accounting, and financial reporting. They ensure efficient use of resources, compliance with financial regulations, and provide analysis to support strategic decision-making. These roles are responsible for handling a variety of business and finance tasks across different areas. Staff and leaders in these positions may engage in accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, and other duties as needed to support the university’s financial operations and strategic goals. Individual contributors with responsibility in a professional discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time leading the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills normally acquired through advanced education (typically University). Recognized internally as a master in a discipline within the University. Implements initiatives and projects established by School or Division leadership. Develops and implements new processes, standards, or plans to achieve strategies. Problems are frequently complex and sometimes multi-dimensional. Requires ability to influence and communicate with executives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 7+ years of professional experience in a financial discipline required.
- No licensure required, unless as specified by the position.
Responsibilities
- Managing the university’s business operations, including project management, financial operations, budgeting, payroll, accounting, and financial reporting.
- Ensuring efficient use of resources, compliance with financial regulations, and providing analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Handling a variety of business and finance tasks across different areas.
- Engaging in accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, and other duties as needed to support the university’s financial operations and strategic goals.
- Leading the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills.
- Implementing initiatives and projects established by School or Division leadership.
- Developing and implementing new processes, standards, or plans to achieve strategies.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
