University of California, Riverside · 1 month ago
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO)/Chief of Staff
Riverside County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$143K/yr - $285K/yr
10+ years expThe University of California, Riverside is seeking a Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO)/Chief of Staff to participate with other higher-level managers in establishing strategic plans and objectives. This role involves making operational decisions that significantly impact the organization and overseeing the accountability and stewardship of department resources.
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Responsibilities
Participates with other higher-level managers to establish strategic plans and objectives
Makes decisions on operational matters and ensures achievement of objectives for a large college or operating unit with a direct impact on a major segment of the organization, or with significant multi-organizational or multi-institutional influence
Reviews and approves recommendations for operational planning and control
Erroneous decisions will have serious impact on the overall success of the department, division and/or the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Master's Degree in business administration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10 - 15 years of related experience
Demonstrated leadership experience in strategic planning, policy development, forecasting, resource analysis and management, and budgeting to meet unique goals
Recent University of California experience
Minimum of five years of recent, progressive responsible experience in a higher education or similar environment
Previous supervisory/managerial experience
Advanced skills in strategy development, systems planning and change management
Excellent leadership abilities to oversee multiple functions or departments through subordinate managers
Advanced knowledge of administrative management theory and ability to translate knowledge into practice
Excellent ability to establish metrics for department and employee goals which measure effectiveness of contributions to efficient operations of department
Advanced project management skills, including the capability to manage capital projects
Excellent skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations; skills in conflict management techniques
Skills in establishing and implementing customer service standards
Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll
Strong knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs
Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally using tact and diplomacy, both orally and in writing, with faculty, staff, students, administrative officials, and the community at large regarding policy, procedures, human resource, financial and operational issues
Ability to make independent decisions, analyze situations, solve problems and initiate actions for the effective management of a large and complex organization on a variety of issues
Ability to work effectively as a member of a management team and to identify and resolve organizational challenges working effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in strategic and tactical planning and proven ability to integrate budgetary and financial data into the planning process to include preparing and/or reporting of findings
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in human resources and payroll policies and procedures, including recruitment and selection of staff, supervision, performance management, employee development and training, employee relations and office reorganization. FLSA standards
Knowledge & experience of business and accounting operations in a large, complex, multi-faceted organization, including knowledge of relevant regulations and standards to satisfactorily meet reporting requirements for financial activities (e.g. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)), OMG Circulars, & the principles of fund accounting and of governing internal controls
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, Access, Visio, SharePoint, data bases, or other electronic systems
Skill in selecting, offering assignments, and coaching employees of a diverse workforce for development purposes that integrate personal and professional development with organizational needs
Preferred
Working knowledge of university administrative policies, procedures, and systems
Benefits
Generous employee benefits package
Company
University of California, Riverside
Two Nobel laureates. Member of the Association of American Universities. Second in the nation for social mobility.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2019-04-15Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Akanksha Agarwal
Co-Founder and VP of The E Club
Dauda Gbujama
Co-Founder and Vice President - Black Scholars in Business (BSIB)
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