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Associate Provost for Financial Management

Apply now Job no: 494450
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Business/Accounting/Finance

Department:

Office of the Provost

Position Overview:

The Associate Provost for Financial Management serves as an advisor to the Provost and provides executive support for academic budget planning, strategic planning and project management for the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Collaborate on planning with Vice Presidents, Vice Provosts, Deans, Department Chairs, Directors and administrative staff for academic programs, outcomes assessment and institutional research and academic services.
  • Direct all budgetary and financial planning for the Office of the Provost, including all expense management, budgeting, project/special initiative funding and compliance in conjunction with appropriate financial policies.
  • Develop, review and monitor annual budgets and planning documents for the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs.
  • Manage and supervise the shared services center for Academic Affairs Units reporting to the Provost.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operational effectiveness of the Office of the Provost, including staff oversight, recruitment and retention, performance management, development, engagement and employee relations.
  • Prepare analysis and projections in collaboration with the Office of Institutional Research, with particular emphasis on the integration of Planning and Budgeting, and prepare financial and budget analysis for institutional priorities.
  • Review/approve timesheets, payroll reports, including Statement of Charges, and Gross Pay.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree, preferably in Business, Accounting or a related field
  • Five years of related experience managing multiple business functions
  • Substantial knowledge of budgeting, resource allocation and financial reporting
  • Experience analyzing/preparing recommendations for senior leadership
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to work well individually and as a member of a team
  • Strong supervisory and staff development skills
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Experience in higher education
  • Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financial Administration software
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.  

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

  • 22 Days of Annual Leave  
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Hours: Full time
Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization:  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Advertised: Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

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