Job Title

Assistant Vice President for Financial Operations/Assistant Chief Financial Officer

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Division of Finance & Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Vice President of Financial Operations/Assistant Chief Financial Officer for the division of Finance & Administration.

Institution Overview: Tarleton State University is an energetic, comprehensive Carnegie R2 Doctoral University: High Research Activity, with the elective Community Engagement classification, and a new member of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities. The Wall Street Journal’s latest rankings have Tarleton State fifth among U.S. schools highly recommended by their students and recent alumni. Fall 2023 brought another all-time-high enrollment, outpacing many institutions nationwide. Our total of over 14,500 students is an increase of 10% from 2019, making Tarleton one of the fastest growing universities in Texas.

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer/Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration, the Assistant Vice President of Financial Operations/Assistant Chief Financial Officer serves as such in their absence and is responsible for the financial operations of the University, including the following:

• Leads and coordinates the accounting, budget, and cost allocation functions of the University.

• Provides recommendations for improving University-wide budget and accounting practices.

• Works with the EVP to identify and manage strategic financial issues with current or potential impact to the University.

• Supports the development of long-range financial projections and models.

• Ensures that procedures conform to applicable accounting principles and guidelines.

• Manages the preparation and communication of financial reports.

• Partners with units across the University to support financial planning and operations.

• Establishes goals and objectives in alignment with University and Division strategic goals.

• Ensures compliance with University, TAMUS, state and federal regulations.

Work location is Stephenville, Texas with work hours of Monday to Friday; from 8am to 5pm or as work requirements indicate which may include after-hours and weekends. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.

 

Responsibilities

20% Oversees annual and multi-year budget planning, preparation and monitoring; Responsible for preparation of the Legislative Appropriation Request.

20% Oversees accounting function and preparation of Annual Financial Report, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

15% Financial reporting; provides University leadership with financial reports which summarize University financial activity and financial position, assists University departments in understanding and interpreting financial results.

15% Participates in program development at an institutional level, including strategic planning, accreditation review and financial analysis.

10% Interprets and implements University policies through clear and informative procedures and establishes effective processes to monitor compliance.

10% Leads and develops staff in directed areas and builds strong relationships across the University and system.

10% Assists the Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration as necessary in the performance of their fiscal duties and other duties as required.

 

Required Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, or applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Five years progressively responsible experience in fiscal management and enterprise accounting systems with at least four years of supervisory experience.

 

Preferred Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses

Certified Public Accounting (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of GASB principles and standards.

Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Ability to clearly and effectively communicate financial data and results.

Demonstrated experience building a successful, service-oriented team.

Sophisticated financial modeling.

 

Preferred Requirements

Higher education experience and The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) experience.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

The target base annual salary is commensurate with experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Doctoral Educational Assistance – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

• Fully covered employee health insurance

• Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

  • Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.