Vice President of Business Operations & Finance - Northwest Florida State College : Job Details

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The Vice President of Business Operations and Finance is a senior administrator, member of the College executive team, and reports directly to the College President. The individual in this position assumes duties that require availability during non-College hours and off-campus when necessary. The role involves providing leadership to help the College manage change effectively.

• Ensure exemplary operational and financial audits.
• Keep the President informed of activities related to business operations, facilities, and finance, and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Manage direct reports and promote departmental efficiency and collaboration.
• Lead the annual budgeting process.
• Oversee finance, facilities, and business operations, including IT, Facilities, Accounting, Purchasing, Financial Reporting, and Auxiliary Services.
• Supervise the planning, construction, and maintenance of physical facilities.
• Oversee IT infrastructure and advancement, ensuring productivity and efficiency improvements.
• Administer the insurance program.
• Assist in addressing state and federal issues affecting financial interests.
• Collaborate to secure resources and promote financial health, including managing grants and interacting with the Foundation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant statutes, guidelines, and regulations.
• Enforce procurement procedures and ensure compliance before payments.
• Reconcile ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Post links to textbooks and instructional materials in the registration system and bookstore website.
• Implement controls over contractor and subcontractor processes.
• Maintain documentation for project negotiations and costs.
• Complete mandatory compliance training annually.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Health, dental, vision, life, and other insurance benefits through the State Group Insurance plan.
• Retirement plan with a 3% employee contribution to the Florida Retirement System.
• Sick and vacation leave accruals.
• Time off for holidays, winter, and spring breaks.
• Free tickets to arts and athletic events at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center and Raider Athletic events.

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in finance, business, or administrative services within public higher education.
• Strong communication, organizational, administrative, strategic planning, and task management skills.
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Commitment to collegial and consensus-building decision-making processes.
• Financial expertise in budgeting, management, and analysis; higher education finance experience preferred.