Finance Director
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Type of Position:
Staff (NonClassified)
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Department:
Computer Science
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Fiscal Support Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of various fiscal division programs by establishing work priorities and standards of performance supervising staff and ensuring adherence to all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field (Masters degree or professional certifications preferred);
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial management grants administration or related roles.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
- Experience in higher education or research settings is highly desirable.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee grant finances (budgeting forecasting and compliance) to ensure alignment with institutional and sponsor regulations;
- Prepare and submit financial and grantrelated reports verifying accuracy and meeting established deadlines;
- Manage procurement for research projects by maintaining vendor relationships and supervising purchasing protocols;
- Coordinate administrative tasks including frontdesk operations visitor reception and general inquiries;
- Organize travel logistics for staff faculty and guests covering transportation lodging and required documentation;
- Plan and facilitate onsite meetings and events scheduling visitors and supporting research collaboration;
- Assist with staff recruitment and onboarding working with HR to uphold university policies and standards;
- Provide guidance on personnel management matters such as timekeeping training and professional development;
- Monitor and document curriculum changes in COREs educational programs ensuring alignment with financial and operational objectives;
- Collaborate with faculty leads to assess the financial impact of curriculum adjustments and drive program effectiveness;
- Ensure compliance with all financial regulations grant requirements and internal policies proactively mitigating risks;
- Maintain organized and auditable records for both internal evaluations and external reviews.
Knowledge Skills and Abliities
- Technical Proficiency: Strong command of financial software spreadsheets (e.g. Excel) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data;
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with federal grant rules sponsorspecific guidelines and relevant compliance standards;
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders including faculty staff and external partners;
- Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines with attention to detail.
Additional Information:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Financial Credit Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry MVR check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Reaching Standing Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
