Azusa Pacific University · 23 hours ago
Associate Vice President of Finance - Business Office
Azusa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expAzusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered institution seeking an Associate Vice President of Finance to oversee financial planning, reporting, and operational management. The AVP will act as a key advisor to the CFO and university leadership, ensuring effective management of financial resources aligned with the institution's mission and strategic goals.
Education
Responsibilities
Directly supervise the Business Office, which includes the Financial Planning & Analysis, Controller and Payroll and Payments functions
Drive continuous improvement in financial operational processes, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer service for students and staff
Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the CFO and executive leadership on long-range financial planning, resource allocation, and major institutional initiatives
Oversee the development and management of the university's annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring accuracy, alignment with strategic priorities, and responsible stewardship
Direct the creation and maintenance of complex financial models and projections to forecast trends, assess the financial impact of new programs or policies, and support decision-making
Develop and present comprehensive financial reports, metrics, and analyses to the CFO, President's Cabinet, and Board of Trustees' Finance Committee
Oversee the Controller's function, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of all internal and external financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant regulatory requirements
Serve as the primary liaison for the annual external audit, managing the preparation of schedules and working papers and ensuring clean audit opinions
Maintain a robust system of internal financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard university assets and ensure compliance
Ensure timely and accurate filing of all federal and state tax returns, including Form 990
Oversee post-award financial administration, including fund set-up, expenditure monitoring, and ensuring costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable
Direct the preparation and timely submission of all required financial reports, invoices, and federal drawdowns for grants and sponsored programs
Ensure institutional compliance with all federal (e.g., Uniform Guidance), state, and private grant regulations and reporting requirements
Oversee daily cash management activities, banking relationships, short-term and long-term liquidity planning. Debt management
Ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all payroll and vendor payments
Oversee and manage the University Procurement function, establishing purchasing policies and procedures that promote cost savings, efficiency, and compliance
Direct the vendor management and contract negotiation processes for major institutional expenditures, ensuring adherence to competitive bidding and ethical standards
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of professional excellence, accountability, and Christian service
Recommend, implement, and enforce financial policies that promote sound financial management and ethical stewardship of university resources
Ensure all financial activities and decisions reflect the university's Christian mission and commitment to ethical conduct
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, with significant experience in a higher education or non-profit setting
Ability to see the big picture and translate institutional goals into clear, actionable financial strategies
Proven ability to lead and develop professional staff and manage complex projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex financial information to diverse audiences
Unwavering commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and the ethical use of university resources
A demonstrated personal commitment to the Christian faith and a desire to support the mission of a Christian university
Proficient in Google Apps., Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
Expert knowledge of GAAP, budgeting and forecasting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting
Advanced proficiency in financial management software and ERP systems
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly preferred
Experience in the oversight of multiple, interdependent financial functions (FP&A, Controller, Payroll)
Experience advising senior-level executive management and working with a Board of Trustees
Benefits
In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package.
Company
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa Pacific University is a university creating a place for Christian education to form the training School for Christian Workers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Kirk Bernal, PHR
Human Resources Business Partner
Leslie C.
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-09-23
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