Assistant Director Business & Finance

84493BR

Campus: Tempe

Asst Director

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Business & Finance, the Assistant Director will lead the Business & Finance team in University Housing. They will be responsible for planning, organizing and directing the day to day financial operations of the team for University Housing, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Dining Services.

Department Name

UH Fiscal & HR Staff

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EDUC OUTRCH & STDT SVCS

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$52,120 - $75,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

11-October-2022

Essential Duties

• Assists in the management of the department and serves as a resource for the Director regarding requirements and trends in department.
• Researches, Calculates, & processes the payments to our 3rd party property partners
• Performs Meal Plan Reconciliation
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates 2 Professional Staff Members
• Serves as the Department Time Administrator for the Business & Finance team student workers
• Oversees and participates in planning, developing and administering department budget.
• Prepares or coordinates preparation of financial and administrative reports; analyzes and interprets statistics, financial data, and management planning data for predicting resource needs and developing long range plans.
• Acts as liaison with the community, students, faculty, and staff in facilitating university programs.
• Keeps compliance on trainings within Housing, Dining, & Fraternity & Sorority Life
• Resolves problems and issues affecting the department and recommends measures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.
• May act in place of the Director in that person's absence.

Days and Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, to include extended hours as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND six (6) years of related administrative experience, which includes three (3) years of supervisory experience; OR, Ten (10) years of related administrative experience, which includes three (3) years of supervisory experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Supervision experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Experience developing, monitoring and analyzing budgets
• Experience managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing priorities with tight deadlines
• Experience preparing detailed financial information for a variety of constituencies
• Experience in Microsoft Excel including the experience in utilizing pivot tables and look up functions
• Experience in Workday, Peoplesoft, Concur and/or StarRez

Working Environment

• Sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Use computers effectively including inputting, reviewing and retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen, using mouse and keyboard, and sitting
• Work collaboratively across various departments within the University as well as with diverse populations and groups
• Use critical thinking to make decisions and/or analyze data
• Communicate effectively 

Department Statement

The mission of University Housing is to create living and learning environments that promote academic excellence, foster personal development and enhance the university experience for a diverse population. ASU University Housing currently houses 18,000 students on all four campuses. In support of the University's philosophy of access, excellence, and impact, University Housing promotes academic success and student learning, supports the development of community among our residents, provides student-centered processes and services, and develops and maintains quality accommodations.

The departmental vision is to become the premier housing and academic support services program in the nation. The mission of University Housing is to create living and learning environments that promote academic excellence, foster personal development and enhance the university experience for a diverse population. ASU University Housing currently houses nearly 18,000 students on all four campuses. In support of the University's philosophy of access, excellence, and impact, University Housing promotes academic success and student learning, supports the development of community among our residents, provides student-centered processes and services, and develops and maintains quality accommodations. The departmental vision is to become the premier housing and academic support services program in the nation.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.