Vice President, Finance and Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the university, providing leadership and direction to the Division of Finance and Business Operations. As an executive officer of the university, maintains overall leadership for a division or unit. As university officials, each has the responsibility to represent the university and provide leadership in the specified areas. Executive officers serve as primary advisors and members of the president's cabinet (the university's executive leadership team), setting the overall direction and strategy of the university.

Responsible for a major administrative division; develops and articulates a clear vision for the assigned area, aligning with the university's overall strategic goals.

Oversees operations and provides leadership, including supervision of staff and implementation and administration of all programs and/or services. Develops guidelines and processes in accordance with policies and procedures for lower-level employees. Creates, develops, and interprets regulations, policies, etc. for the guidance of other employees or the public. May serve as designee of the president as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Working closely with the president, provost, cabinet, and YSU Board of Trustees, helps develop and lead the long-term strategic initiatives of the university and provides the financial guidance that supports the overall strategic plan and goals.

Provides leadership to the Division of Finance and Business Operations and evaluates the work of other administrators. Responsible functions include accounting, budget planning, payroll, purchasing and contract management, cash management and investments, capital planning, facilities maintenance, environmental health and safety, information technology services, campus police, and other financial or support services as assigned by the president.

Implements and oversees fiscal policies and the internal control structure of the university. Oversees the internal and external audit functions. Responsible for reporting accurate, timely, and transparent financial information.

Manages institutional risk, policy development, and regulatory compliance. Serves as the liaison with the Finance and Facilities and Investment Committees of the Board of Trustees, including its Audit sub-committee.

Develops plans, in concert with appropriate administrators, for institutional operations and capital projects, develops and implements appropriate financing.

Ensures compliance with university policy as well as state and federal laws related to financial matters.

Coordinates the development of the Facilities Master Plan and submission of the biennial capital budget.

Manages, reviews, and executes contracts. Provides leadership and direction on critical projects affecting the university.

Drives collaboration across the organization; identifies needs and develops scalable solutions by working with various teams. Prioritizes objectives and implements strategies; contributes to achieving university initiatives as part of the leadership team.

Deploys data and research; uses data-driven insights to drive cross-functional prioritization. Forms and leads internal teams.

Builds and maintains relationships with partners, stakeholders, and the community. Maintains awareness of both the external and internal competitive landscape, opportunities for growth, industry developments, and standards.

Identifies and pursues opportunities for organizational growth and expansion. Leads efforts to innovate and improve services and programs. Monitors industry trends and adapts strategies accordingly.

Utilizes reports and other information/documentation in strategic, and regular, planning of the assigned area; prepares reports, recommendations, and other information/documentation to assist in strategic planning of the assigned area as well as university wide.

Reviews recommendations by lower-level staff regarding the assigned area's policies and procedures as it relates to completion of work and/or provision of services; prepares recommendations regarding the assigned area's policies and procedures as it…