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University Of The, Inc.arnate Word

Associate Vice President for Business & Finance/Comptroller

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208


Associate Vice President for Business & Finance/Comptroller

Position Title: Associate Vice President for Business & Finance/Comptroller UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The Associate Vice President for Business & Finance/Comptroller is responsible for the fiscal responsibility, financial sustainability, and operational effectiveness of the institution, contributing to its overall mission of academic excellence, innovation, and student success. Specifically, the position provides oversight of accounting records and systems and financial operations, reporting, and procedures to ensure UIW’s financial health and stability. The position plays a strategic role in financial planning, budget management, resource allocation, and overall fiscal stewardship. The Associate Vice President for Business and Finance reports to the Vice President for Administrative Services. Job Duties Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. Assure the enforcement of all university policies and procedures relating to the financial management and operations of the University. Develop and maintain a comprehensive financial record keeping and reporting operation. Identify and report on financial improprieties to the Vice President and other executives. Coordinate with respective finance areas to provide support for investigations. Assure that the University assigns, collects and reports tuition and fees in accordance with campus-authorized fee schedules. Stay apprised of outstanding debt for the University and ensure that debt covenants are being met. Provide oversight of effective cash management to improve financial stability. Prepare and review regular financial reports. Assure timely and accurate filing of tax returns in compliance with regulatory requirements. Serve as university liaison to assure that UIW related entities are operating in a manner which conforms to sound business practices. Assure the university’s financial activities and financial reporting are conducted in an efficient and accurate manner. Assure all financial audits are completed accurately and timely. Assure internal controls are in place for financial and accounting department and fraud prevention. Assure the procurement services are in compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal regulations. Ensure financial statements and other finance related documents for Board meetings are completed in a timely manner. Prepare and present financial information to the different Boards as needed. Identify and manage operational risks and opportunities. Review actual financial data compared to budgeted targets. Assure financial systems support the needs of the accounting department. Review and submit surveys with financial statement data. Provide leadership, support, and training to managers and staff. Authorize and approve agreements in the absence of the Vice President for Administrative Services. Provide support to the Vice President for Administrative services. Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities Must possess and project the utmost integrity and highest standards of professional conduct. Commitment to excellence. Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Strong understanding of higher education finance. Excellent analytical skills. Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Required Education Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a relevant field. Required Work Experience Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible financial and administrative management experience in a higher education setting. Six (6) years of experience in a relevant leadership role. Preferred Qualifications Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant. Work Hours Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed. Physical Demands Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time. Ability to regularly move about campus. Posting Number: CA073PO Number of Vacancies: 1 Job Type: Full Time Desired Start Date: 06/01/2025 Reports to: CFO Salary: Commensurate with Experience Open Date: 12/20/2024 Close Date: Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicant: EOE

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