| Responsibilities: The Vice President for Finance and Administration, serving as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reports directly to the President and leads all aspects of the financial life of the University. The Vice President of Administration and Finance is responsible for the management, direction, control and coordination for administrative and financial activities of the University. The Vice President for Finance and Administration provides executive level direction and management oversight for the following functions: financial planning and analysis, budgeting, accounting and business operations, financial reporting, internal controls and compliance, investment oversight and treasury functions, debt management, human resources, risk management and insurance, space planning and construction, facilities and grounds operations, purchasing and contracts, mail services, bookstore operations, food service and other auxiliary enterprises. Other functions may fall under the purview of this role depending upon the strengths and knowledge of the selected candidate. This position also serves as the liaison to the Board of Trustees for all aspects of finance and facilities including performing as the staff lead for the Finance Committee, Investments Sub-Committee, Audit Committee, and the Facilities and Planning Committee. Along with other members of the President's cabinet, the Vice President is responsible for leading Avila’s mission, vision and values, as well as embracing the ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet who founded Avila more than 100 years ago to promote the unity of neighbor with God and neighbor serving neighbor without distinction. Benefits: This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and health insurance. The Community: Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community. |
