Financial Operations Manager, Administrative Services

3 weeks ago

Kingwood, West Virginia, United States Lone Star College Full time
Commitment to Mission

This role carries the responsibility of supporting the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) while executing the duties associated with the position. A dedication to fostering positive interpersonal relationships, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to LSC students and staff is crucial.

Cultural Beliefs

  • Unified LSC
  • Student-Centric
  • Take Responsibility
  • Promote Equity
  • Build Community
  • Embrace Learning

Lone Star College has been acknowledged in various categories by The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" initiative, which aims to highlight institutions that excel in creating outstanding work environments.

LSC received recognition in eight key areas: Professional Development; Mission & Pride; Supervisor/Department Chair Effectiveness; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Faculty & Staff Well-Being; Shared Governance; Faculty Experience; Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Kingwood

Lone Star College provides high-quality, affordable academic transfer and vocational training to over 93,000 students each semester. LSC has been honored as a 2021 Great Colleges to Work For institution by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Lone Star College-Kingwood is a vibrant community college situated in the serene suburbs of northeast Houston, seeking individuals who aspire to collaborate with a diverse team committed to making a significant impact on students' lives while pursuing professional growth.

Job Overview

OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE:

The Financial Operations Manager, Administrative Services, plays a pivotal role in budget oversight, financial planning, and fiscal analysis. This position is responsible for generating, reviewing, and presenting reports and presentations for division and campus leadership. Ensures adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, along with LSC policies and procedures. Collaborates across LSC campuses on various special initiatives, evaluates business strategies, and guarantees that standard operating procedures (SOPs) are uniform across campuses and reflect best practices. A detail-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset is essential for exercising sound judgment and discretion, particularly when handling sensitive and confidential information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Oversees and directs full-time and/or part-time staff as needed. Provides guidance, resolves issues, prepares schedules, sets deadlines to ensure workflow efficiency, and fosters a culture of excellence through training and supervision, in alignment with cultural beliefs.
  2. Manages daily operations of the campus finance department, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, procurement, position management, and resolving complex accounting challenges.
  3. Monitors expenses and budgets, offering proactive budgetary recommendations.
  4. Conducts research, compiles data, analyzes information, and creates detailed reports, proposals, job aids, and presentations using approved branding and tools.
  5. Delivers presentations at various workshops, training sessions, and information-sharing events.
  6. Collaborates with and provides ongoing support to all campus budget managers, serving as the primary contact and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for campus financial teams.
  7. Assists the Director in managing the annual budget development process for the college and Administrative Services, including operational and capital budgets.
  8. Works collaboratively across LSC campuses to identify, develop, and implement consistent best practices, key performance indicators, and re-engineer SOPs to ensure efficiency, documentation, and transparency.
  9. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as audit compliance with LSC policies and procedures.
  10. Acts as a resource for the broader division across LSC campuses to maintain normal business operations as required.
  11. Responsible for other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to act as a change agent with strong initiative.
  • Expert analytical skills and robust business acumen along with strategic thinking capabilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and highly organized to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Excellent time-management skills.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, reporting, and planning processes.
  • Proficient in computer technology, including Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, advanced presentation software, and the ability to perform complex queries and generate reports.
  • High adaptability to changing needs.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Excellent relationship-building, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Data-driven mindset.
  • Project management and supervisory skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The position is primarily sedentary, with the employee typically sitting comfortably to perform tasks. Some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items, such as papers or books, may be required. No special physical demands are necessary to fulfill the role.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

  • May require travel to various LSC locations.
  • May involve reassignment to other LSC locations as necessary.
  • May necessitate working weekends and non-traditional hours when required.
  • Utilizes equipment such as a PC or laptop workstation operating in a Microsoft Windows environment, phone, and other general office tools.
  • Engages with internal and external contacts as needed to perform job functions.
  • Work is conducted in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in accounting and/or finance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.
  • Experience with PeopleSoft.
Salary

The hiring salary range is competitive and based on related experience and education.

Benefits Overview

Joining our esteemed institution offers the opportunity to be part of an organization that provides a supportive, collegial work environment and promotes an excellent work/life balance. This includes a comprehensive benefits package, generous paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waivers, professional development opportunities, and more.

Application Instructions

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

Application materials submitted via fax, email, mail, or in person will not be accepted.

For those selected for an interview, a recruiter will reach out to schedule a meeting.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, confirming employment eligibility in the United States.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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