Senior Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance and Budget

To be considered for this role you must possess :

A Masters degree preferred; a minimum of Bachelors degree required in Accounting Finance Business Administration Public Administration or a closely related field is required.

Substitution : Year-for-year professional experience in strategic financial management or higher education administration will be considered in lieu of the degree.

Proven record of executive leadership overseeing complex financial operations that include both accounting and budgeting functions.

Demonstrated success in developing and implementing integrated financial strategies policies and systems that advance institutional priorities.

Advanced knowledge of higher education or government fund accounting state fiscal rules and governmental accounting standards (GAAP GASB and related regulations).

Experience advising executive leadership and governing boards on fiscal policy long-range planning and institutional financial sustainability.

The ideal candidate possesses :

Senior level experience of 15 years or more within higher education public administration or government finance.

Success demonstrates leading financial modernization system integration or large-scale organizational transformation initiatives.

Exceptional judgment diplomacy and the ability to represent institutional interests with credibility and influence in external fiscal forums.

Senior Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Budget

Division of Administration and Finance

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier education al institution that prides itself on academic excellence research and community engagement and is actively seeking a Senior Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Budget to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence professional development and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

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Salary / Pay Range : $ 147292.00 - $210417.00 annually . Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location : Hybrid

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS our employees are our most valued asset. Were proud to offer :

Generous Time Off : Enjoy 22 vacation days 10 sick days paid parental leave 13 recognized holidays and provisions for bereavement jury duty and FAMLI Leave.

• Robust Health Coverage : Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost including a yearly mental health visit. Plus benefit from affordable dental vision plans and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits : Take advantage of our health savings flexible spending accounts and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education : Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More : From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The Senior Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance & Budget provides senior leadership and strategic direction for the universitys financial management enterprise. Serving as a senior leader within the Division of Administration and Finance and as the principal strategic partner to the Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance (CFO) this role ensures the integration of accounting budgeting and financial planning functions into a unified data-informed fiscal strategy. This position assists in stewarding

the universitys financial health and sustainability by aligning institutional resources with mission priorities and long-range goals. Acting with delegated authority this role provides senior oversight of campus financial operations represents the CFO in systemwide and state-level forums as needed and advances a culture of fiscal accountability innovation and transparency.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to :

(35%) Executive Financial Leadership & Strategic Integration

(30%) Fiscal Strategy Policy Development & Institutional Stewardship

(20%) Governance Compliance & Reporting

(10%) Leadership Development Collaboration & Organizational Culture

(5%) Executive Representation & Special Initiatives

Tentative Search Timeline

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Forecasting,Financial Services,GAAP,Accounting,IFRS,Regulatory Reporting,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Report Interpretation,Financial Management,Financial Planning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 147292 - 210417