Director of Finance

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Job Description - Director of Finance (24003217)

Director of Finance

SHRS-Office of the Dean - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 24003217 )

The University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) is a nationally renowned leader in the field of health care education, research, and clinical practice preparation. With 13 different disciplines related to health and rehabilitative care, SHRS shapes future generations of health care professionals—therapists, counselors, advocates, scientists, providers, and practitioners—trained to serve the needs of all people regardless of background, levels of health, or mobility. We are built on a legacy of academic excellence and innovation and fueled by passionate educators and researchers, allowing us to meet the health care and rehabilitation needs of today and drive meaningful change in the future. Learn how bold moves SHRS. https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/about/how-bold-moves-shrs

SHRS - Office of the Dean is actively recruiting a Finance Director. This position is primarily responsible for high-level management of the school’s financial accounts. Will oversee operating, cost center, discretionary, and endowment accounts. Will partner with the associate dean of business and finance on schoolwide budget and financial matters and collaborate closely with SHRS Office of Research Administration. Finance Director will collaborate in managing, training, and mentoring financial administrators, create financial and budget templates, implement systems for financial management, create academic program budgets and revisions, and review and analyze academic program proposals with different budget models. Must be knowledgeable in policies and procedures, create policies and procedures, and ensure adherence to policies and procedures. Must have ability manage workflow with tight deadlines and high level of accuracy.

SHRS is a large, complex, growing school, currently with over 300 primary faculty and staff, 1900 students, and 70 academic plans/subplans, and it projects continued growth. The Finance Director must possess the ability to learn about academic programs, make tuition budget calculations, gather and analyze complex data,  prepare reports, and play a key role in school level budget and finance activities.

Job Summary

Oversees financial and budgetary operations and ensures compliance of all activities with all policies, procedures, and regulations. Prepares and reconciles budgets, allocates funds, and oversees the budget modification process and audit scheduling. Establishes goals, implementation strategies, and financial systems.

Essential Functions Typical office environment. Must be able to carry out job responsibilities with reasonable accommodations. Must be able to use cloud based file storage and university systems for financial management. Must have a thorough and extensive knowledge of Excel and be able to create budgets and manage all types of financial accounts.

Physical Effort Must be able to lift or carry 25 pounds or less and p osition is sedentary.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Budget & Finance Director

Job Family Finance & Procurement

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 7

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. 5-6 years of professional experience; preferably in the field of higher education financial administration. Experience with University of Pittsburgh financial systems (e.g., Fiscal Panther, Operating Funds Forecasting, PRISM, Panther Express) is preferred. Combination of education and experience will be considered.

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets

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