Description

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm*

*Century currently operates in a hybrid work environment (1 day per week). The hiring manager will provide guidance to the type of work environment at/following the interview process.

Position Purpose

The Associate Vice President of Finance and Auxiliary Services has direct oversight of the financial functions of the College and provides periodic quality financial and fiscal information to the College President, Vice Presidents, Associate VP’s, Deans, Academic Chairs, and Department Directors for matters involving financial management and budget planning. 

The position is responsible for the fiduciary compliance efforts at the College. In addition to having responsibility for managing the College’s fiscal operations, the Associate Vice President also oversees Auxiliary Services and a wide range of financial services provided by the College’s Business Office, including but not limited to accounting services, accounts payable, financial reporting, purchasing, student payroll, travel claims/employee reimbursements, contracts, and risk management. The incumbent will have strong accounting skills, along with the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. This position involves significant discretion and substantial involvement in the development, interpretation, and implementation of college policy.

Position Responsibilities  

• Financial Planning and Monitoring
• Operations Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Supervision and Training
• Risk Management and Contracts
• Leading and Collaborating

Application Procedure

Our application process is through our People Admin site.  The direct link to the posting is below:

https://century.peopleadmin.com/postings/1912

Please upload the following information with your application:

• Cover letter/letter of interest
• Current resume
• Unofficial Transcripts - (please redact all the private information on the transcript before uploading, such as social security number, birth date, age, gender, and date of high school graduation. Foreign transcripts must include an official transcript evaluation which interprets equivalency to U.S. graduate credits)

Application Deadline:  Open until filled.    *Priority review of applicants will begin 10/09/2023*

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (must have at time of application)

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of broad accounting and financial management experience.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and business administration practices.
• Strong knowledge of governmental regulations related to financial transactions and education systems to ensure compliance.
• Ability to project the financial operation needs of the institution.
• Strong computer skills, including expertise in modeling, advanced excel skills and working with databases.
• Good communication, speaking, writing, and listening skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to analyze a variety of situations, provide solutions and implement suggested actions.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity to the diversity of college employees and contractors.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job)

• Working knowledge of Minnesota State, SWIFT, SCUPPS, and SEMA4, Workday ERP, Adaptive, systems and their interrelationships
• Working knowledge of financial aid accounting and reporting requirements
• Working knowledge of grant accounting and reporting
• Ability to develop plans and procedures and direct their implementation.
• Ability to coach employees and establish a working environment that promotes teamwork.
• Familiarity with Minnesota State coding structure
• Familiarity with Minnesota State financial policies and procedures
• MBA, MPA, or other related master’s degree preferred.
• Proven familiarity and experience with continuous process improvement efforts.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.  

This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver’s license background check.