University Libraries Director of Finance

University of Oklahoma

Oklahoma, OK

ID: 7111843 (Ref.No. ta222637)
Posted: September 27, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

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The University of Oklahoma Libraries’ Director of Finance and Human Resources manages all aspects of library financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management and purchasing. The director leads and participates in account reconciliation, financial report preparation, financial data analysis and forecasting. In the human resource area, the position oversees all personnel actions and activities for faculty, staff, graduate assistants and student employees including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, performance evaluations, travel requests and employee reimbursements. In addition, this position handles a variety of special assignments and projects for the library administration.

The Director of Finance and Human Resources is responsible for maintaining a complete understanding of relevant university policies and procedures, and developing and updating internal procedures and internal controls that ensure compliance with federal, state, university, and regent policy.

This position comes with an option for up to two days of remote work per week.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must attach the following documents in pdf format:

Cover Letter
Resume
List of 3 Professional References

Hire will be contigent on submission of academic transcripts.

Job Requirements

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Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Management, or related field, AND

48 months experience in office management, financial management, or related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 96 months related experience.

Skills:

Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds in a respectful, equitable and inclusive way.
Accounting or financial experience including processing, reconciling, reporting and forecasting.
Experience supervising financial and human resource personnel.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate high-level communication with variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Strong working knowledge of financial accounting systems.
Strong mathematical skills and analytical ability.
Advanced skills in Excel with ability to prepare data driven reports, charts, and graphs.
Strong technology skills using a variety of operating systems.
Detail attentive with ability to develop accurate reports and information for high-level stakeholders.
Outstanding oral and writing skills with ability to create written procedures and guidelines.
Experience leading meetings and delivering reports and presentations to library senior leadership.
Strong time-management and organizational skills in order to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects.
Team building and customer service experience.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods; ability to communicate, including expressing oneself or exchanging information with others; ability to use computer daily.

Department Preferences:

Accounting degree, MBA and/or CPA
5 years or more of financial, accounting and budgeting experience in an academic setting
5 years or more directly supervising employees with financial and personnel/payroll responsibilities
Experience using QuickBooks or similar financial accounting systems
Experience working with OU financial, travel, personnel and hiring systems including PeopleSoft, Concur, and Taleo

Supervision:

Finance and Human Resources Team (4 Staff)

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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