Vice President of Finance and Administration

CHESS

1d•$125,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance and Administration (VPFA) serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Luna Community College and is responsible for maintaining the fiscal integrity, financial stability, and operational effectiveness for the College. The VPFA provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the College’s financial operations and key administrative services. The Vice President directs the planning, development, implementation, and oversight of all financial functions including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, procurement, audits, grants accounting, and financial compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements. The position also provides executive leadership for administrative operations including finance, budgeting, payroll, information technology, procurement, risk management, and other programs and administrative services as assigned. As a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team, the Vice President collaborates with senior leadership to support institutional planning, ensure responsible stewardship of resources, and advance the mission and strategic priorities of Luna Community College.

Requirements

Strong leadership and management skills including the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff.
Demonstrated ability to develop effective internal controls and financial procedures.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards.
Knowledge of public sector finance, budgeting, accounting and grant management.
Knowledge of enterprise financial systems and financial reporting technologies.
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage institutional budgets and long-range financial plans.
Demonstrated ability to interpret financial data and communicate complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional leadership to support strategic planning and resource allocation.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, administration, or related executive leadership roles.
Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education, government, or public sector financial management and budgeting practices is preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Serves as the Chief Financial Officer with fiscal responsibility and oversight of all institutional funds in accordance with the College’s mission, vision, and guiding principles.
Provides supervision and executive oversight for finance, budgeting, payroll, information technology, warehouse/motor pool, risk management, and other programs and support services as assigned.
Leads the development and administration of the College’s annual operating and capital budgets and provides long-range financial planning and modeling to support institutional sustainability.
Oversees all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, grants accounting, payroll coordination, and financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards.
Coordinates and oversees internal and external financial audits and ensures timely completion of required financial reporting to the New Mexico Higher Education Department, federal agencies, and other oversight bodies.
Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, accreditation requirements, grant financial management standards, and institutional financial policies.
Provides leadership and oversight for the College’s procurement functions including purchasing policies, contract administration, and vendor relations; ensures that the College has at least two trained, certified Chief Procurement Officers (CPO) in accordance with the New Mexico Procurement Code.
Oversees and ensures effective internal controls, financial policies, and segregation of duties to safeguard institutional assets and ensure fiscal accountability.
Coordinates with facilities leadership on capital planning, maintenance, utilities management, and long-term infrastructure planning.
Oversees enterprise financial systems and reporting tools used to support financial management and institutional decision-making.
Provides financial analysis, data, and recommendations to support institutional planning, enrollment management, and resource allocation.
Serves as liaison to the Board of Trustees on financial matters and prepares financial reports and presentations for the Board and its committees.
Collaborates with academic and administrative leaders to support strategic initiatives, grant development, and financial planning for new programs and services.
Develops and maintains relationships with state agencies, financial institutions, auditors, and external partners.
Ensures administrative operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and institutional procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.