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City College of San Francisco · 1 day ago

Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$157K/yr - $266K/yr

10+ years exp

City College of San Francisco is seeking a Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration to provide leadership for the development and implementation of business and fiscal services necessary to support the mission of the District. The role involves overseeing financial management, budget preparation, and compliance with various regulations, as well as leading multiple departments within the college.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the District; responsible for the overall financial management and business functions of the District

Provides leadership and is ultimately responsible for the coordination, development and preparation of the District’s annual budget; provides reports, statistical and financial data as required to provide budget status information and support in new budget preparation; provides budget assumptions and develops revenue projections

Responsible for the District’s annual audit, ensuring that local and state timelines are met for producing a timely audit. Coordinates the external audit process and ensures the proper application of internal control processes

Performs financial asset management and exercises oversight and administration (accounting and auditing) of bond issuance, bond funds and investments; oversees the implementation of bond funds; and facilitates key finance/budget committees and discussions

Exercises oversight of the Accounts Payable Unit ensuring accurate and timely disbursements

Coordinates the fiscal aspects of the employee benefit programs, including employee health and welfare programs, tax shelters and annuity plans, and the deferred compensation plan

Designs and implements a budget process that is transparent to the Board of Trustees and to the community at large

Provides fiscal and budgetary support in collective bargaining activities related to compensation benefits, and areas requiring financial resources

Directs the development and maintenance of an ongoing banking management plan

Plans, directs, and participates in the design and implementation of improved fiscal procedures for the District

Meets regularly with the college administrators and makes recommendations on matters of budget development, implementation, and administration

Provides leadership in the formulation of the District’s business practices, and assistance in the preparation and expenditures of the college’s annual operating budgets

Plans for and directs accurate and appropriate compliance with all State, Federal, and local laws, Board policies and regulations governing the financial operations of the district

Supervises the operation of the District’s revolving cash fund and for making transfers between District funds maintained in the city/county treasury

Ensures the completion and filing of claims for various special projects

Coordinates the management of the enterprise financial system and the assessment and review of new computer applications and systems that affect the financial, instruction, and student services operations of the district

Directs the development and implementation of the District’s Chart of Accounts and ensures that compliance and reporting requirements will be met

Directs the creation and production of financial statements and reports. Supervises the maintenance of records of expenditures, including the income and balances of all appropriations. Oversees the preparation of quarterly financial statements

Responsible for fiscal oversight of District contracts

Represents the District at state and national meetings and conferences dealing with budget and financial services issues

Coordinates District-wide facility planning activities, including new construction, remodeling or renovation, bid development, funding requests, development and implementation of facility planning guidelines and criteria; oversees District construction, remodeling and site improvement projects; responsible for maintenance and repair of District facilities, grounds and utility systems; coordinates District’s energy conservation program; develops, maintains and updates a variety of facility assessment, condition and utilization reports; prepares comprehensive project cost estimates, including staffing, coordinates the development of college capital outlay priorities

Along with the Vice Chancellors of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, recommends a schedule to meet annual FTES goals, and monitor the enrollment of management efforts

Coordinates with the Research Office to ensure that District planning, program review, and strategic planning are integrated in the budget planning process

Participates collegially on City College of San Francisco Participation Governance Committee and facilitates other district governance committees pertaining to finance and general services

Promotes a work culture of customer service, innovation, and quality service to students, staff, and the community

Represent the Finance and Administration (the Chief Financial Officer) provides leadership for the development and at Board of Trustees meetings; provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Chancellor; communicate with other District administrators, staff and contractors to coordinate activities, programs and services; resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information; work cooperatively as a member of the District management staff toward the achievement of its goals and objectives; provide leadership consistent with the mission and function of the District; and lead or participate in District or College committees, initiatives, teams, or ad-hoc groups

Supports and engages in an innovative culture of culturally responsive, inclusive and anti-racist practices as it relates to student success with an awareness of student equity gaps

Participates in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism

Performs other duties as assigned by the Chancellor

Qualification

Budget developmentFinancial managementStrategic planningRisk managementPublic sector HR managementAccounting principlesFinancial analysisCompliance with lawsDiversityInclusionLeadershipCommunication skillsCollaborationProblem solving

Required

Master's degree in a field or subject area that reasonably relates to the skills, knowledge, and abilities required for the successful completion of the position job duties and responsibilities. OR; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance or related field. (Candidates with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service.)

Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience as a chief financial officer in a public service agency

Six to eight (6-8) years of increasingly responsible experience in administration of accounting, finance, business, or other related areas

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Knowledge of budget development, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making

Knowledge of risk management and insurance principles, including claims administration and workplace safety programs

Knowledge of principles of organizational leadership, supervision, and performance management

Knowledge of principles and practices of public sector human resources management, including labor relations, compensation, benefits, recruitment, and risk management

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, Title IX, and California Education Code provisions

Ability to lead and manage complex Finance and Administrative functions effectively

Ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex legal and regulatory requirements

Ability to build collaborative relationships with labor organizations, administrators, and staff

Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, both orally and in writing

Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters

Ability to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of Finance and Administrative operations

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines

Preferred

Administrative experience in business functions in a public or private educational environment

Familiarity with integrated and complex financial and human resource computer information systems

Eight (8) years of experience in an administrative leadership role

Knowledge of State and Federal laws, and Title IV that have an impact on California community colleges

Knowledge of Argos reporting system

Demonstrated ability to communicate facts and ideas in writing and orally

Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, and auditing principles; financial analysis including statistical analysis and use

Demonstrated knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to public and higher education

Demonstrated successful experience in supervision, budget development management and evaluation, personnel evaluation, program development, retention and enrollment development, and management-related activities

Demonstrated experience with collaboration, consensus building, conflict resolution, and problem solving

Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students

Benefits

Total compensation includes a health insurance plan and a retirement system (Either San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System or the California State Teachers Retirement System).

Choice of several medical plans, dental, vision, Basic Life and AD&D up to $50K, Flexible Spending Account, commuter benefits, and voluntary supplemental plans.

New employees hired on or after January 1, 2014, contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust Fund ( RHCTF ).