Howard University · 3 days ago
Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration
Lulu Vere Childers Hall
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$117K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expHoward University is seeking an Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration to manage the financial operations of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts. This role involves budget oversight, grants administration, and financial reporting analytics to support the College's objectives, while also serving as a strategic partner to the Dean.
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Responsibilities
Prepares and oversees the preparation and balancing of the budget and its subsidiary schedules and narrative statements. Manages in-year forecasts and multi-year projections by analyzing historical trends, current year actuals, and future demands on resource allocations
Leads all aspects related to COFA administration of policies, personnel management, and financial operations; develops, implements, and ensures compliance with University and COFA administration policies
Directs the business administration of COFA relating to accounting, financial reporting, and human resources
Supervises and mentors all appropriate staff in COFA financial and operational matters; mentors business officers throughout COFA
Evaluates requests for funds including analyzing current and previous budget trends, program costs, and consults with the Dean, Department Chairs and Directors to ensure adjustments are made when necessary
Ensures funds made available to COFA through grants, contracts, and gifts and funds are applied appropriately according to prescribed contract requirements
Consults with the Dean in the development and maintenance of a sound organizational structure and appropriate accounting and recording system
Ensures compliance with University regulations, policies, procedures and financial controls
Consults with departments and develops/coordinates the preparation of operating budgets based on actual performance and historical trends, estimated revenue, expense reports, and other factors
Research, compile, and update budgetary and forecast data. Analyzes monthly expense activity, performs trend and variance analysis, and develops financial reports and ad hoc reports as necessary
Coordinates all formal reporting processes and timelines including, but not limited to, monthly and quarterly reports and annual budget submission
Applies accounting system to record financial transactions from source documents, which utilize University budget, research and training grants, student financial aid, and discretionary funds
Directs the recording of accounting or financial transactions and maintenance of accounting records in accordance with prescribed specifications
Reviews and reconciles accounts, establishes and maintains liaison with the University Controller regarding the reconciliation of accounts and availability of current balances
Applies principles of accounting and statistics to install and maintain costing procedures for determining costs of various programs of CAB COFA useful in evaluating departmental performance in controlling costs and in planning future programs
Collects, maintains, and updates financial and statistical data pertaining to the operation and use of facilities of COFA
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field required
A minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience
Preferred
MBA, Master of Public Administration or any related field such as finance and or CPA preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Company
Howard University
Howard University is a federally chartered, private, coeducational, and nonsectarian university.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.9MKey Investors
Gilead SciencesAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-02-27Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0.02M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Sterling Brown Endowed Chair, Department of English
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