Dean Assistant/Administration

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 6 hours ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Dean Assistant/Administration
Requisition Number RE46119
Working Title Assistant to the Dean-Chief Financial and Human Resources Officer
Department Name 8F000:College of Business and Economics
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 49
Salary Range $71,700-118,313/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MA
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Required Related Experience

6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 10 lbs Long periods of sitting Several hours of exposure to CPU
Shift
Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, nights/weekends as required
Job Summary
The Gatton College of Business and Economics is seeking a new Chief Financial and Human Resources Officer (CFO). Reporting to the Dean; this individual serves as a strategic partner on the College’s Operating Committee and the Gatton Senior Operations Team. The CFO oversees a team accountable for the financial and human resource management of the College. Areas of responsibility include budgeting, accounting, financial analysis, human resources, and risk management. Candidates for this position should have substantial experience in the finance and human resource functions of an educational institution, a non-profit organization, or in private industry. The CFO will supervise a Business Office team. The Business Office in the Gatton College strives for continuous improvement through the refinement of business processes. Another critical focus of this team is the provision of outstanding service that is timely, accurate, and courteous.
The Gatton College of Business and Economics is nearing its 100th anniversary. Over that time, we have been preparing principled leaders for the global economy, producing high quality, influential research, and supporting economic growth in Kentucky and beyond. Accredited by the AACSB, Gatton proudly offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional business and economics degrees and certificates in both a face to face an online format. We are housed in a 220,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility where the college accommodates the fastest growing student enrollment on UK’s campus, reaching over 4,000 students in Fall 2022. Through teaching, research, and outreach, the Gatton College has a direct, tangible influence on the lives of Kentucky’s citizens and people around the world. We are looking for professionals who embody the College’s tagline of “Blue Means Business”.
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Work Location:
365B Gatton College of Business
Lexington, KY
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office, personnel skills, professionalism, communication skills. SAP preferred.
  • In particular, candidates will need to have demonstrated:
  • A track record in budgeting and long-range financial planning
  • Success in managing a collaborative team
  • A strong background in annual, capital, and endowment fund accounting
  • Technical competency in not-for-profit accounting, regulation, and compliance
  • The capacity to explore trends, both within an organization and in the broader context
  • An understanding of cost accounting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to use, learn, and evaluate financial software systems
  • Excellent understanding of financial reporting, account review, ability to build forecasting models and utilize financial data for decision making are a must.
  • Demonstrated experience in human resource management.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience as a Controller, Financial Analyst, Human Resource Manager
An MBA or other similar advanced degree or certification is preferred.
Experience with process, policy review, and implementation would also be highly valued.
A bachelor’s degree in a business-related field with a minimum of 8 years of work experience in accounting, finance, budgeting and human resources.
Deadline to Apply 07/21/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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