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Northeastern Illinois University · 4 months ago

Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration

Chicago, Illinois

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Northeastern Illinois University is a dedicated institution focused on providing an excellent urban university experience. The Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration will lead the Office of the Controller and Student Payment Services, overseeing financial operations and collaborating with various administrative departments to ensure fiscal stewardship and operational efficiency.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Advises the Vice President for Finance and Administration on matters related to the University’s financial operations, procurement, and related administrative functions, as well as the daily operations of the Controller’s Office, Student Payment Services, and Purchasing

Develops and implements goals and objectives for assigned business service units in alignment with the University’s strategic plan and Finance and Administration priorities, and monitors progress toward achieving those goals

Oversees the University’s financial operations, including general accounting, grants accounting, accounts receivable, cashiering, student loans, accounts payable, travel, cash management, banking relationships, and internal accounting and administrative controls

Collaborates with the University Controller to coordinate external and internal audits, prepare responses to audit findings, and implement corrective action plans

Directs procurement activities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, competitive bidding requirements, and best practices in purchasing and contract management

Leads or supports enterprise resource planning (ERP) projects—particularly the implementation and optimization of Workday—and other automation initiatives that improve efficiency, accuracy, and integration across finance, procurement, and related administrative functions

Works as a strategic thought partner with other administrative departments in the division—including Facilities Management, University Technology Services, Human Resources, Budgets, and Campus Police—to ensure fiscal stewardship, operational efficiency, and alignment with University goals

Prepares and communicates financial analyses, reports, and presentations for University leadership, the campus community, governmental agencies, financial consultants, rating agencies, and the Board of Trustees, as needed

Qualification

Financial operationsProcurement managementAccounting expertiseWorkday implementationOrganizational change managementAnalytical skillsWritten communicationCollaborationLeadershipStrategic thinking

Required

Master's degree in a business-related field (such as business administration, accounting, finance, or a closely related discipline)

Ten years of progressive experience in senior administrative roles with direct responsibility for financial operations, accounting, procurement, and related administrative services

Exceptional written communication, analytical, and technology skills

Proven expertise in organizational change management (OCM) to ensure adoption of new systems

Preferred

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation

Experience collaborating with areas such as human resources, facilities management, information technology, and campus safety

Experience leading implementation of automation initiatives

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Sick and vacation days

Participation in the State Universities Retirement System

Company

Northeastern Illinois University

Northeastern Illinois University is a school in Chicago.

Founded in 1867

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.neiu.edu/

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