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Assistant Vice President, Finance and Business

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Bronx Community College

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Regular/Temporary

Regular

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POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Vice President for Administration and Finance, the Assistant Vice President, Finance and Business directs the Business Office, comprised of the Bursar, Budget Office, Controller, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Property Management, and Purchasing. The Assistant Vice President for Finance and Business is the college's internal control officer and audit liaison.

The Assistant Vice President, Finance and Business is responsible for the following:

• Direct internal control of campus-wide self-assessment process and overseeing college audits
• Oversee financial reporting to the University and financial audits
• Manage CUNY board resolution process for procurement according to mandated threshold amount
• Ensure streamlined and effective business operations in all departments reporting to the AVP
• Align goals and objectives with college strategic initiatives
• Document policies, protocols and procedures
• Prepare internal financial reports as required
• Attend CUNY meetings and convey relevant information to the college
• Perform all other tasks assigned by the VPAF

This position is also required to understand business principals and techniques of administration, organization, and management to include an in-depth understanding of key business issues that exist in the higher education industry. These include, but are not limited to, knowledge of strategic and operational planning, higher education economics, personnel administration, federal, state and local laws, marketing, financial and cost analysis, and trends in the higher education industry

QUALIFICATIONS

• An MBA or related degree and minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in upper management in higher education or another large organization of similar complexity.
• Experience in accounting, budgeting or financial services required
• Strong written and oral communication skills required, including an ability to communicate financial information
• Excellent customer service stills
• Highest level of professional integrity
• Demonstrated ability to manage an effective team and collaborate with others
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and equity

This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.

CUNY TITLE

Assistant Vice President

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience. ($160,000)

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID - 19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) request to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID - 19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment. Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work on site in the office. All CUNY employees must reside within a commutable distance to the tri-state area.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

Open until filled

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

About Bronx Community College (CUNY)

Bronx Community College (BCC) of The City University of New York (CUNY) serves a diverse population of approximately 10,500 undergraduate students. BCC offers more than 40 academic programs that prepare students to enter careers and continue their education. Located on 45 tree-lined acres on the former NYU University Heights campus in the west Bronx, BCC is the only community college in the country to have its campus designated as a National Historic Landmark.

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