For Internal Candidates Only --- Assistant Vice President for Business & Finance and Controller

The Assistant Vice President for Business & Finance and Controller position has combined responsibilities.

As Assistant Vice President for Business & Finance, this position is responsible for planning and managing the financial components of the University's strategic, capital, and operational planning processes, developing operating and capital budgets, developing long-range financial plans, and recommending resource allocation. This position is a key participant in long-term strategic planning and goal setting for facilities, technology, and anticipated staffing needs to support the growth and development of the University. Responsibilities include financial review and analyses and collection of financial and program information on institutional needs and relating those needs to available resources in a manner that will facilitate executive decision-making. The AVP manages all aspects of the University budget while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes.

As Controller, this position ensures, through direction or direct involvement, that all financial transactions are accurately recorded in the books and records of the University. Participates in and/or oversees all internal and external financial reporting. Supervises and manages all aspects of the Finance Office including workflow, development of policies and procedures, setting goals and objectives, development and monitoring office budget, and interaction with internal and external constituents of the Finance Office.

• →Comprehensive knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of institutional budget policy, public finance, and higher education financial reporting.
• →Analytical abilities and skills to address complex budget issues, including formulating and implementing resolution plans.
• →Ability to develop and implement creative and innovative budget strategies.
• →Ability to lead, work in teams, facilitate meetings, and build consensus.
• →Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• →Sophisticated user of information technology.
• →Strong project management and organizational skills.

• CPA certification
• Experience with Ellucian's Colleague ERP

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of ten years of progressive administrative experience in a postsecondary education or not-for-profit setting with direct knowledge of and experience with fund accounting, budgeting, and finance, or commensurate experience in other fields (e.g., public accounting).

Capital University offers a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, family education benefits, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and free parking.

Capital University is an equal opportunity employer. Capital University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by the law.