Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance

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Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Unclassified

Job Number

BRCC11142024AVC-LP

Department

Baton Rouge Community College

Opening Date

11/14/2024

Closing Date

12/16/2024 11:59 PM Central

Supplemental Information

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks to fill the position of Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance. The Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance is located in the Office of Finance and Administration. This is a full-time position.

REPORTS TO :

Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration

COMPENSATION:

Anticipated starting salary will be commensurate with education and work experience. For more information about Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC), visit http://www.mybrcc.edu/.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications for this position should include a cover letter, resume/CV, transcripts, and names of contact information for three (3) work-related references. These documents must be attached to your application to be considered.

Incomplete applications will not be considered

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Lisa Parker, Talent Acquistion

Office of Human Resources

Baton Rouge Community College

201 Community College Drive

Baton Rouge, LA 70806

RecruitTalent@mybrcc.edu

A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. An offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check.

This organization participates in the E-Verify program. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at (888) 464-4218.

BRCC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects the entire BRCC family. We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our institution.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability

As an executive branch state agency, the Baton Rouge Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five (5) years.

Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/ .

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Management, and/or Finance

Required Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management within a higher education institution, including managerial and supervisory roles.

• Experience with financial functions of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system in higher education.

• Substitute: Seven (7) years of financial management experience in any industry may substitute for the higher education requirement, and five (5) years of ERP experience in any industry may substitute for ERP experience in higher education.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of accepted accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial software applications.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and forecasting skills.

• Knowledge of state and federal laws affecting higher education finance.

• Proficiency in developing effective working relationships and providing high-level service to the College community.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Masters of Accounting, Business Administration, and/or Finance

Certification/Licenses Required: CPA

Preferred Experience:

• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and supervision.

• Extensive experience with ERP systems in a higher education setting.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of Annual Financial Reporting (AFR) and budget development processes.

• Familiarity with higher education administration and fiscal services.

Job Concepts

The Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance supports the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration by providing leadership and oversight of the College’s financial operations. This position is responsible for managing financial and business services, including budget administration, internal accounting controls, financial policy development, and procurement processes.

The Assistant Vice Chancellor will foster innovation and provide administrative leadership by setting goals, establishing priorities, and evaluating financial operations and business functions. This role is critical in ensuring financial information is transparent and accessible to all members of the College community, promoting strategic, comprehensive, and data-informed decision-making.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Finance and Accounting

• Budgeting

• Purchasing

• Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Financial Leadership and Management : Lead, supervise, and coordinate activities across finance, accounting, budgeting, and purchasing. Develop and manage operating budgets for these areas to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.

• Employee Development and Success : Oversee hiring, training, and performance management within the unit, including corrective actions and disciplinary recommendations as necessary. Facilitate and encourage professional development opportunities for department staff.

• Strategic Planning and Analysis : Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic planning, goal-setting, and policy and decision-making processes.

• Financial Reporting and Budgeting : Prepare the College’s Annual Fiscal Report (AFR) and oversee the development and implementation of the annual budget. Prepare quarterly financial and cash flow reports to support institutional decision-making.

• Financial Expertise : Serve as a key resource for financial and accounting expertise. Contribute to committees, collaborate with senior leaders, and support college-wide initiatives

• Customer Service : Demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service in interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with other departments to align efforts with College objectives and goals.

• Maintaining Financial Internal Controls : Coordinate and direct the appropriate use of financial services, ensuring proper application of internal control processes and adherence to best practices.

• Compliance : Plan and direct all financial activities and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations.

• Auditing and Data Management : Act as the liaison with the Louisiana Legislative Auditor for the College’s annual financial audit. Review and implement electronic data management systems to ensure the proper management and control of College assets.

• Other Duties : Assist the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration in their role as Chief Financial Officer of the College, providing support as needed.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.