Vp - Chief Finance Officer

The Chief Financial Officer of the University is directly responsible to the President. The Chief Financial Officer maintains the University’s financial records, provides oversight for the preparation of a variety of financial statements, manages the daily financial operations to ensure the accurate recording of revenues and expenditures, develops and maintains operating policies and procedures and coordinates the activities of financial offices under the Business and Financial Services division.

Prioritizes and coordinates the work activities of an accounting/financial staff and provides work direction as needed. Oversees the verification of income and expenditures; reconciles the general ledger.

Oversees the maintenance of accounting records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and university policy. Reviews internal audit findings and prepares response for the director’s review and signature; develops procedures to insure compliance with audit findings and recommendations. Serves as department liaison to other university departments on accounting/financial matters; provides information to authorized personnel as needed. Develops and implements internal operating policies and procedures.

Prepares or oversees the preparation of statistical data for periodic statements for management use. Provides maintenance of the Student Accounting system. Responsible for the billing of tuition and fess, and the processing of transactions into the student. Oversees and coordinates the supporting maintenance to the system. Oversees the collection functions for student accounts. Develops and implements internal access and process controls for the system.

Prepares or oversees the preparation of statistical data for management financial analysis. Responsible for the cash handling functions for the Cashier’s Office. Oversees the maintenance of accounting records in accordance with GAAP and University policies. Accounting system in accordance with University policies and procedures. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year college or university.

Required Licensing/Certification:
Requires CPA certification and must be bondable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Federal, State, Local and County laws.
• Theoretical and practical aspects of Accounting.
• Policies, procedures, and practices.
• Other job-related, banner software and systems.
• Supervisory techniques.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

• Detail oriented.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Strong management.
• Strong analytical.
• Coordinating work of others.
• Strategic planning.
• Budget management.
• Planning activities.
• Leading projects.
• Both verbal and written communication.

• Work independently.

Required:

Six (6) years of directly related experience.

Working/

Environmental Conditions:

Sitting or standing in one location much of the time. Some stooping, lifting or carrying objects light weight may be required. Use of video display terminal. May require routine travel.

UA EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits.

This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Open to all applicants.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year college or university?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have six (6) years of directly related experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a CPA certification and must be bondable?
  • Yes
  • No