Associate Director for Budget and Finance - Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

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The Associate Director for Budget and Finance in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences (DSAS) will provide oversight and strategic direction for all financial accounting, purchasing budgeting, and reporting within the three DSAS academic divisions, and will partner with the Senior Director for Academic Operations and Administration to oversee a team dedicated to creating an environment committed to process improvement. The Associate Director will oversee all day-to-day accounting functions within the three DSAS academic divisions; develop and distribute detailed financial statements and budget variance analyses; and coordinate and manage the annual budget process. The position will work closely with and support the school's Department Chairs, unit Directors and Division Fiscal Managers as well as their staffs to develop process standards in alignment with university and school-level policies and procedures and to oversee all DSAS academic units' internal audits and address all accounting and compliance issues. The Associate Director will build and supervise a team of fiscal staff from all three academic divisions and develop and implement training for fiscal personnel across the DSAS academic units.
The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building a culturally diverse staff. The candidate must have experience working with finances, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills to work effectively.

Job Summary
Assists in the complex management of daily operations and concurrent administrative functions of a major University organizational unit or a major academic and research department within a school or college. Controls expenditures, develops projects, and ensures regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions
The successful candidate will use a computer extensively. They must have proven accounting background, deadline driven and be highly motivated. They must be willing and able to develop processes and procedures and train colleagues. They must be capable of oral, written, and electronic communications. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. In addition to a computer, they must be able to use a telephone and other general office equipment including but not limited to photocopiers, scanners, printers, etc.

Physical Effort
This position is generally sedentary within an office setting, but the ability to travel around campus is occasionally necessary. Also, must be able to pick-up and carry 25 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Assistant Director - Business Administration
Job Family Business Operations & Administration
Job Sub-Family Operational Leadership
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 5
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range $64,876 to $86,502 annually
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents Not Applicable