Director of Finance and Administration

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Offices of the Center for Health Equity and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement

Job Title: Director of Finance and Administration

Position #:00823895 – Requisition #:33944

Job Summary:

The Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) is a full-time, strategic leadership position in the Center for Health Equity (CHE) and Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement (ODEICE), reporting to the Executive Director of CHE and the Vice Chancellor for ODEICE. The DFA plays a key role in the strategic financial management of these offices at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. This position is responsible for the oversight of fiscal operations and planning of the CHE and all the departments that fall under the ODEICE team. This position serves as a resource to provide high quality, creative, and solutions oriented financial support, advice, and counsel at the strategic, policy, and operational levels as needed to assure adherence to CU Anschutz and CU policies and procedures. This individual works closely with the Director of Finance and Administration for the Vice Chancellor of Health Affairs, the Director of Central Administration Shared Services, and internal CHE and DEICE team leadership to support the implementation of each department’s financial and strategic plans. The DFA is accountable for upholding University set standards and guidelines. Additionally, the DFA must exercise sound judgment to optimize the functional efficiency of the Center for Health Equity and ODEICE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Financial Administrator and advisor for the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement (ODEICE) and Center for Health Equity, for funds including general, auxiliary, gift, plant and grants
• Manage grants and contracts for pre and post-award activity, working within the Office of Contracts and Grants policies and procedures
• Prepare budgets, analyze monthly reports, and track and monitor expenditures.
• Identify Payroll Expense Transfers (PETs) and Journal entries (JEs) as needed in compliance with internal and external policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage fee for service contracts and receivables
• Lead financial planning for ODEICE and CHE, with a view of multi-year forecasting
• Partner with the Office of Advancement on philanthropic activities
• Prepare customized spreadsheets as needed to demonstrate balances and expenses
• Provide quarterly fiscal updates separately to the Executive Director of the Center for Health Equity and the Vice Chancellor for ODEICE on their respective units summarizing overall fiscal standing, budget tracking, etc.
• In partnership with Central Administration Shared Services, provide higher level insight of policies in the approval of expenses, travel reimbursements, and other procurement needs as required
• Participate in strategic planning in concert with the CHE’s and ODEICE’s goals and contribute toward market growth, revenue enhancement, cost containment, operational efficiency and research productivity
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls for finance, human resources and grant administration.
• Ensure compliance with personnel compensation models, practices, regulations and policies.
• Understand strategic priorities of CHE and ODEICE to align personnel resources with departmental needs.
• For the Center for Health Equity, this position will:
• Oversee all human resource activity, including internal and external high level HR search processes, guide the hiring procedures, policies, timekeeping, and payroll where appropriate.
• Review job descriptions for Human Resources analysis and approval, monitor salary administration and submit budget approvals for hires, and draft offer letters for new faculty and University staff positions as needed by the Center.
• In partnership with central HR, collaborate with management level staff on confidential and sensitive HR matters on an as needed basis for matters such as layoffs, terminations, and employee performance issues.
• For the ODEICE team, this position will:
• Work in partnership with central HR and Shared Services to lead Human Resources matters and recruitments, review job descriptions for Human Resources analysis and approval, monitor salary administration.
• In partnership with central HR, collaborate with management level staff on confidential and sensitive HR matters on an as needed basis for matters such as layoffs, terminations, and employee performance issues.
  
  

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a public research university with two campuses serving more than 18,000 students and awarding nearly 4,000 degrees each year. With our strong academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The two campuses receive over $500 million in research awards each year, across a broad range of research areas. The School of Medicine has 5 basic science departments: Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics, Cell & Developmental Biology, Immunology/Microbiology, Pharmacology, and Physiology & Biophysics, and many of the clinical departments and other schools and colleges contain basic research faculty. In addition to the wide array of health-related professional and graduate programs and facilities offered at the CU Anschutz campus, over 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs are provided at CU Denver, our comprehensive, general academic campus located in the heart of downtown Denver. The Anschutz Medical Campus is a leader in delivering the finest clinical care and the research mission is inherently entwined with our clinical services and mission.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, healthcare administration, public administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis
• The position requires 5 years extensive, diverse and progressively responsible experience, including direct responsibility for financial, Human Resources and administrative, preferably in an academic medical and/or research setting.
  
  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience serving in a management or leadership role.
• Experience with University of Colorado Systems, such as PeopleSoft Finance, CU Marketplace, CU Data and PeopleSoft HR.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience managing and forecasting multi-fund budgeting, including grant and gift funding.
• Experience developing and tracking the effectiveness of short and long-term strategic objectives.
• HR Certification (SHRM, PHR, etc.)
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Financial management skills and the ability to manage funds effectively from a variety of sources.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in the interpretation and application of policies, procedures, and rules.
• Strong financial management skills to include forecasting fund balances.
• Knowledge of professional standards, concepts, and practices related to payroll and compensation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, faculty, students and with departmental representatives within the campus and university in a manner that reflects diversity and inclusiveness.
• Familiarity with the State of Colorado Personnel Rules and Regulations.
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to successfully plan, organize, implement, and coordinate financial and administrative activities in a diverse system.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Skill in independently researching questions and making appropriate contacts for problem solving.
• Interest in and ability to effectively educate others about operational policies and procedures in lay terms.
• Ability to organize and complete complex projects and to work under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a shared team environment
• Ability to prepare and present analytical assessments and reports, and to communicate professionally and effectively.
• Ability to work independently but know when to seek consultation with or brief/debrief with supervisors.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  
  

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
  
  

Questions should be directed to: Sean McBride – sean.m.mcbride@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 2, 2024

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting hiring range for this position has been established as $107,787 - $120,000

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Job Category

Business Services

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Jun 18, 2024

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

Sean McBride

Posting Contact Email

sean.m.mcbride@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number

00823895