Finance Management Director - Director of Finance and Budget
Finance Management Director - Director of Finance and Budget
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Working Title:
Finance Management Director - Director of Finance and BudgetInstitution:
Inver Hills Community CollegeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Managerial PlanCity:
Inver Grove HeightsRosemountFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Classified - UnlimitedSalary Range:
$46.68 - $67.01Job Description
Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College seeks a Director of Finance and Budget to provide strategic and operational financial leadership and oversight for all financial operations of the College ensuring compliance with MinnState policy and position is responsible for the strategic development and execution of the Colleges budget planning process and provides executive-level budget planning information fiscal management reports and strategic financial analysis to the President Vice President for Finance and Operations and other college leaders to inform strategic decision-making.
The Director provides leadership and oversight to three units Procurement Contracts & Division Support Student Support and Accounts Receivable and Budget & Financial Reporting. These units provide a comprehensive range of financial services and business operations ensuring efficiency
accuracy and strategic alignment with the Colleges mission and goals.
These areas include accounting services accounts payable financial reporting contracts purchasing student payroll employee reimbursements student billing and tuition collections student payments/Bank Mobile student financial aid financial processing/accounting third-party invoicing cashiering banking deposits and reconciliations collections bookstore MBS income contracts manual receivables parking & foundation deductions reconciliations (Bremer/Swift to ISRS/Workday) check writing contract development management and training delegations of authority equipment and fixed asset management invoice payments notary P-Card management and training and business expenses.
The incumbent possesses strong accounting acumen communication skills (both oral and written) and exercises significant independent judgment in the development interpretation and implementation of institution-wide fiscal policy and strategy.
The Director also acts on the colleges behalf regarding budget contract and fiscal matters in the absence of the Vice President of Finance and Operations and strategically representing the college with the MinnState system office in critical projects (e.g. Workday implementation merger of DCTC/Inver).
Salary Range:
$46.68 - $67.01/ Hour; $97468 - $139917 Annually
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in accounting finance or related field OR a bachelors degree in another field with a Masters degree in accounting finance business administration public administration or related field. A minimum of five years of progressive professional experience in financial management of which at least three years involved successfully managing mentoring and developing a team of financial professionals to help set and meet goals and objectives in support of the organizations mission
Ability to function in a complex high-demand environment managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Demonstrated competence in applying the following:
- Generally accepted accounting principles and practices especially GASB
- Auditing and budgeting principles and practices
- Financial planning and business administration
- Financial statement preparation
- Financial analysis to support managerial decision makingDemonstrated success in promoting and supporting an equitable positive and respectful work environment that values racial and ethnic diversity among all stakeholders and colleagues.
Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and cross-functional initiatives including the ability to define project scope develop and manage timelines coordinate diverse teams and deliver results aligned with strategic goals.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including the ability to design and manage complex spreadsheets utilize advanced formulas and functions create pivot tables and charts for data analysis and apply data validation and conditional formatting to support financial reporting forecasting and decision-making.
Preferred Qualification
Masters degree in accounting finance business administration or public administration or professional licensure/certification such as: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
Extensive experience in financial and budget management and strategic planning in higher education state agency or public sector including oversight of budget development and forecasting financial reporting and analysis student financial services (billing payments aid processing) accounting (including receivables payables banking grants) payroll (including student) and purchasing/contracts.
5 years of experience supervising staff
Knowledge of business practices regulations and principles for government contracting grant management and accounting and fiscal management.
A record of fostering collaboration gathering stakeholder input building transparency and accountability in decision making.
Proven ability to implement continuous improvement practices using tools such as Lean Six Sigma or other methodologies to enhance operational efficiency streamline business processes and support data-informed decision making.
Ability to create effective high performing teams through superior leadership skills.
Workday Finance ERP administration experience and experience with other relevant financial systems used in higher education for student accounts general ledger payroll and purchasing (e.g. ISRS Bank Mobile MBS SWIFT).
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework (Yes/No)
Yes; Based upon the need of the department.
Application Procedure:
Please upload the following information with your application:
Current Resume: Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications to be considered. Include dates of employment (month and year) for each position and Indicate average hours worked per week for each job
Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
Internal Applicants:
All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu in the upper left-hand corner of Workday under the Apps and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for Browse Jobs Employees in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
External Applicants
Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access thecareer siteto search and apply for jobs and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.
Contact:
If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process please contact Angela Loza HR Coordinator at or and or at .
Connect 700 Program:
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant apply online email the Job ID# the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Angela Loza HR Coordinator at or and or at .
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer we actively seek and encourage applications from women people of color persons with disabilities and individuals with protected veteran status.
About:
Inver Hills Community College is an accredited 2-year college in the Southeast suburbs of the Twin Cities Minneapolis & St. Paul Minnesota. We offer nearly 40 programs and hundreds of classes for students of all ages and backgrounds. At Inver Hills we are dedicated to advancing the power and promise of education. This vision guides our daily work and captures the spirit of our campus.. Through career exploration and professional preparation our graduates leave Inver Hills fully prepared to launch their careers or pursue further education at a four-year institution.
Inver Hills is aligned with Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). Located nine miles away on County Road 42 via U.S. Route 52 DCTC offers a broad range of professional technical and liberal arts programs that complement academic programs at Inver Hills. Both Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.
Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students their families and regional businesses.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
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0Posting Contact Name:
Julia GlennPosting Contact Email:
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
