San Francisco and/or Oakland, California
Sacramento, California
New York, NY, 10176, USA
Los Angeles, California
Posted: 11-Mar-25
Location: Oxford, Ohio
Type: Full-time
Salary: $105,000 - $130,000 Annual
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Internal Number: JR101943
Job Description Summary
Directs the activities of the Shared Accounting and Financial Services Department, to include the administration, coordination and analysis of budgets, financial policies, procedures, and planning to fulfill departmental requirements. The position is pivotal in the University’s recent transition to Workday ERP by rethinking and revising business processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Job Description
Essential Duties:
- Prepares, monitors and reviews annual budgets for each business unit within the Physical Facilities Department and other auxiliary and administrative units as assigned. Works closely with directors in the preparation and development of auxiliary budgets, working strategically to consider the present and future financial needs and performance of these departments.
- Directs the operation of the office. Supervises an Assistant Director, Accounting Manager, and accounting specialists within the department. Administers financial processes necessary for maintaining and fully functioning business office serving auxiliary business units. Ensures accounting transactions are handled accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual agreements. Continuously seeks business process improvements through Lean techniques.
- Conducts financial analyses and develops regular financial reports, including dashboard summaries, and takes actions necessary to assure that these department’s financial goals are currently met and are prepared to meet future needs.
- Develops metrics and tracking processes for all units. Oversees comprehensive financial planning models, forecasting tools, timely tracking processes, and monitoring systems in collaboration, complying with best practices and generally accepted accounting and budget principles.
- Evaluates current business practices associated with auxiliary units and provides strategic direction to leadership on appropriate changes in Workday.
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
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Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance; 8 years or more of experience; minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible budget or financial management experience required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree preferred. Experience with Workday and Tableau preferred.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated management and leadership experience requiring a high level of diplomacy and professionalism, thorough knowledge of budgeting principles, accounting practices and internal controls.
Required Application Documents
Resume/CV, cover letter
