University of Nevada-Las Vegas · 2 months ago
*REVISED* Associate Director for Finance, UNLV Student Life, Business Services [R0149349]
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking an Associate Director for Finance to support the Student Life Business Office. The role involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with policies, and managing staff while providing guidance on accounting and budgeting processes.
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Responsibilities
Provide support, guidance, and direction relating to proper finance and business practices
Ensure all business processes are compliant with established NSHE, BOR, NRS, NAC, and University policies, procedures, and best practice
Maintain the integrity of program accounts and use of funds with the goal of maximizing availability of funds for priorities established by the division while meeting reporting and financial information requirements of the University
Responsible for day-to-day operations including general accounting and general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and account management
Assist the Director with creating internal policies, procedures, audits, financial forecasting models, support the budget cycle, training, and in other special projects as needed
Serve as the Director’s representative in budget and strategic planning meetings
Provide guidance and oversight in the areas of general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, and cash management for Student Life impacting cash flow, profitability, vendor relationships, and internal and external client satisfaction
Overseeing and reconciling the meal plan revenue, student fees revenue, and rentals from Sales to meet annual and future expenses (annual expenses such as debt service, operating expenses, salaries, and departmental supplies)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business or Finance or related field as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
Minimum of three years full-time experience (post-bachelors)
Three-year experience in direct supervision of full-time staff
Strong experience with budget creation, analysis, fiscal reporting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, budget principles, cost accounting principles
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines
Ability to interact effectively with diverse communities
Expert user with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google products, and Workday Financial/HR system
Preferred
Master's degree in accounting, finance or other business-related fields
Minimum of three years of recent applicable experience in finance and accounting with at least three years in a significant managerial role
Outcome assessment and analysis experience
Experience with strategic planning and working with area/department planning
Experience working in a college/university setting
Benefits
Competitive total rewards package including:
Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
RebelCard discounts on and off campus
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
Connect with colleagues with shared interests
Personal and professional development opportunities
A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.
Company
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationNASAUnitedHealthcare
2023-11-09Grant· $1.15M
2023-07-26Grant
2022-08-10Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Joseph E. Bertolone
Executive Director of UNLV's International Center for Gaming Regulations
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