Business Operations Strategist, CIO

4 days ago


Buffalo, New York, United States University at Buffalo Full time
Job Summary

The University at Buffalo is seeking a visionary Unit Business Officer (UBO) to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the UBO will provide leadership in budget financial management, operations, and stewardship.

About the Role

This role involves spearheading change management initiatives as we transition staff to a new technology hub. The UBO will align their vision and strategy with the CIO's and the University's goals, driving decision-making and problem resolution within the CIO's unit.

Key Responsibilities
  • As a strategic business partner for budget and financial management, the UBO will serve as the budgeting administrator for the CIO area responsible for advancing financial and operational strategies;
  • Serving as the primary risk manager and financial advisor for the CIO;
  • Overseeing the implementation and effectiveness of financial, information, and other control systems;
  • Ensuring compliance with contractual financial obligations;
  • Integrating and implementing financial strategies into organizational initiatives;
  • Forecasting future revenue and expenditures to minimize financial risks;
Additional Responsibilities
  • As the facilities and operations administrator, the UBO will coordinate the CIO's rehabs, moves and oversee facilities, space inventory and assignment.
  • As a key member of the CIO's Senior Management team, the UBO will represent the CIO's initiatives and plans to both the university centralized services as well as departments within the CIO.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution;
  • 5 years progressively responsible experience managing and administering a successful business services program in a complex and distributed organization;
  • Demonstrated experience leading change, designing business systems and processes, and engaging employees and customers in these activities;
Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a higher education environment and/or holding a Master's degree and/or CPA certification are highly desirable.

About the Salary

The estimated salary for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.



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