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Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
May 14, 2025
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Closing Date: 08/15/2025 Type of Position:Leadership - Institutional Officer Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839. Department:Chancellor Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:The University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration position. University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College mission is to "provide access to high-quality education that promotes student learning and enables individuals to develop to their fullest potential." The Provost is expected to have a leading role in helping the institution fulfill its mission. The Vice Chancellor for Finance reports to the College Chancellor, supervises the college finance and administrative services to include financial services, bursar, budget, payroll, grants, procurement , inventory, risk management, human resources and facilities and serves as liaison for bookstore and food service. This position ensures that business transactions adhere to college policies, state and federal policies, and regulations. Description of Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate with Chancellor's Executive Council to develop a financial planning model consistent with strategic initiatives. Establish, implement, and evaluate short and long-range goals and objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Ensure preparation of budget requests, annual operating budget and biennial legislative budget requests and budget revisions as necessary. Represent the college during legislative budget hearings and during legislative subcommittee meeting when the college has an agenda item. Ensure the maintenance of employee records and timely processing of payrolls. Ensure records on purchase of equipment, library holdings, and other capital outlays are maintained in appropriate offices. Manage the supervision of assigned personnel, which includes work allocation, training and problem resolution, performance evaluation, recommend personnel actions and motivate employees to achieve peak productivity. Review and analyze major contract obligations, such as construction and professional service contracts. Coordinate the preparation of reports concerning revenue, disbursements, information reports for management, and state and federal reporting. Supervise preparation and review of quarterly financial reports to the Board of Trustees and the Annual Financial Reports. Ensure submission of monthly, quarterly, or annual reports on state and federal grants. Ensure reconciliation and submission of all W-2, 1099 and 1098-T reports. Manages five subordinate supervisors, who supervise a total of 43 employees in the Human Resources, Facilities, Grants, Procurement and Financial Services units. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation in these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities also include interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Miscellaneous duties as assigned. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field. Experience with the operational and financial management of a complex educational institution or business including strategic planning, policy development, budgeting, auditing, purchasing, facilities management, and personnel administration. At least five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in higher education or business leadership, including supervisory responsibilities. Understanding of Financial or Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the impact on the presentation of the College's financial statements. Experience with reports/requests required by governance and coordinating boards and state agencies and legislature committees. Commitment to collegial, consultative processes in a shared-governance environment. Evidence of effective comprehensive collaboration with external stakeholders. Proficiency in institutional information, human capital, and finance/accounting systems, standard office software applications, standard telecommunications/smart phone, and technology/multi-media presentation software. Proficiency with data analysis and literacy. Knowledge of accreditation requirements and federal higher education regulations. Ability to think strategically, prioritize effectively and multi-task. Ability to make difficult decisions in a timely, thoughtful, evidence-based manner. Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, and a high level of professional integrity. Understanding of current higher education issues and demographics affecting higher education, especially traditionally under-served and at-risk student populations, with the ability to articulate challenges and opportunities before the community college. Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials. Ability to articulate community college vision, mission, and philosophy. Ability to work effectively with diverse varied internal and external constituencies to achieve the mission of the College. Valid Arkansas' Driver's License and reliable transportation for travel. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in business administration or related field. CPA/CFA/CMA License. At least ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in higher education or business leadership. Experience with Workday HCM, Finance, and Student. Additional Information:* Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Contact Information: Human Resources humanresources@uaptc.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity:Hearing, Standing Occasional Physical Activity:Feeling Benefits Eligible:Yes