Director Finance and Business Operations
This position may be funded partially or fully by sponsored/extramural funding and employment is contingent upon the continuance of funding.No staffing or recruitment agencies.
Position Information
About MSM
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.We exist to:
Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!
Posting Number: NONAC3490
Job Title: Director Finance and Business Operations
Position Type: Non-Faculty
Number of vacancies: Multiple
Position Summary:
The Director of Finance and Business Operations is the business leader of the department(s) that he/she supports. Working in conjunction with the chair of the department, the Director of Finance and Business Operations provides overall administrative management of the business-related functions of the academic, clinical, and mission area enterprise including budget, facilities and space, finance, grant administration (pre- and post-award), human resources, and information technology.
This position is functionally aligned through Finance and operationally assigned to the Unit(s) or Department(s). This role has a matrixed reporting relationship to the Department Chair, the AVP of Finance and Business Operations leader for the Mission area.
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish a budget based on the short- and long-term needs of the department(s) and institution including growth in academic programs, clinical arenas, and mission area functions.Serve as the principal business officer and is responsible for leading and overseeing all financial management and mission‐based management affairs for the mission area units.Plan, direct, and participate in the delivery of operational excellence programs that relate to mission‐based management principles.Direct and supervise the activities of the administrative staff in areas including requisitions and purchasing, financial reporting and analysis, facilities maintenance, and performance feedback and evaluations.Safeguard the assets of the unit by maintaining an effective system of internal controls that is compliant with the standardization and policies and procedures.Maintain alignment of financial and operational practices across MSM.Unit / Department Finance Leadership:
Develop, improve, and maintain financial models to manage the annual operating budget, and to inform departments business operations.Lead annual budgeting process.Steward and optimize the use of funds and monitor financial health.Manage department P&L, run proformas, reconciliations, manage budget to actuals.Build internal systems for contracting and procurement.Devise comprehensive and effective systems of record management.Work collaboratively with leaders of other programs.Facilitate the faculty compensation plan data analytics.Business Operations and Administration:
Provide guidance and training to staff and faculty to ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures.Represent the chair in administrative meetings and conferences.Supervise the Manager of Administration and Finance and other finance staff.Accountable for timely and accurate execution and follow up on all personnel actions.Responsible for accurate pay practices in unit and payroll reconciliation to budget.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Skilled finance and administrative professional with 10+ years of experience.Experience in budgeting, accounting, financial forecasting, and analysis.Expert in leading overall business operations.Experience motivating and leading a team.High degree of accuracy, good judgement, and decision-making.Ability to establish and cultivate effective relationships.Excellent time management skills and organizational abilities.Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.Familiarity with Banner or other ERP systems.Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.Minimum 7+ years of progressive finance and business operations experience.Demonstrated financial acumen and skills for modeling, controls and budget management.Experience supervising others.Strong interpersonal and communicative skills.Preferred Qualifications:
Undergraduate discipline in Finance, Accounting, or related business discipline and Master's degree in business or healthcare administration.Prior work experience in an academic, clinical, and/or mission area institution.15+ years of experience in finance, financial planning and analysis.Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
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