Asst Director, Finance & Administration

Temple University's Dean's Office is searching for an Assistant Director, Finance & Administration, College of Liberal Arts!

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Vice Dean, the Assistant Director of Finance will provide support to the SVD and Director of Finance & Administration for the College's hiring, budget, and administrative activities. This position will assist with the monitoring of key monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes, such as quarterly financial reporting and annual budgeting. The incumbent will also coordinate and manage the Adjunct hiring process and oversee the student award process and compliance with university policy and endowment spending rules. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

*Bachelor's degree, with a preference in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant fields.

*A minimum of 3 years of relevant hands-on experience in financial and/ or administration is required.

*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:

*Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, noting important patterns or outcomes that should be brought to the attention of various stakeholders.

*Strong organizational and management skills and the ability to foster collaboration.

*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate effectively both in verbal and written formats.

*The ability to establish priorities, work under pressure, and exercise independent judgment and discretion is necessary.

*Demonstrated discretion, including some independent decision-making and making recommendations.

*Capacity to work with a high degree of independence and successfully within a deadline-driven, multi-tasking environment.

*Ability to handle multiple projects at high levels of complexity, demonstrate sound judgment in managing time, prioritizing, and decision-making.

*Ability to establish and maintain relationships with faculty, peers, leadership, patients, and other stakeholders.

*Strong ability to interact and collaborate positively, constructively, and effectively with multiple audiences.

*Ability to collaborate on and deliver presentations to various audiences, including senior leadership. Ability to proactively communicate progress and roadblocks and escalate complex issues to leadership.

*The ability to react quickly and effectively to other inquiries from various management levels with comprehensive and accurate information in a wide variety of contexts and changing priorities is needed.

*Self-motivated and demonstrates initiative, patience, and resourcefulness in adapting to changes

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the Banner, Taleo, Concur and Kronos systems.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

A hybrid work schedule

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

T Grade: T26

Salary Range: $49,250 - $68,000

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.