at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Assistant Vice President of FinanceAdministrator
Sugar Grove Campus
Hybrid Option: Option: Yes
Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. We are committed to being an exceptional employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package with generous time off, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, and a secure pension plan through SURS. You'll also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including winter and Thanksgiving breaks. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Your future starts here - join us today!
Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.
Waubonsee Community College's Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Finance has primary responsibility for the College's financial resources and oversight of Finance Department operations; audits; treasury management; federal, state and accounting fiscal compliance; internal auditing; and bookstore operations. The AVP works extensively with leaders and departments throughout the organization to support key initiatives. The AVP prepares financial forecasts and budgets, identifies and implements appropriate controls, and leads system improvements initiatives. The AVP also serves as the Executive Treasurer of the Waubonsee Community College Foundation. The Assistant Vice President of Finance reports to the Vice President of Finance and Administration.
Responsibilities
The Vice President of Finance and Administration delegates authority to the Assistant Vice President of Finance to carry out the following responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage systems and procedures for the fiscal records of the College including restricted purposes funds (grants).
Coordinate and direct financial planning, financial statements, budgeting, and procurement activities of the College.
Prepare or direct preparation of external financial reports required by federal, state and local agencies.
Conduct or coordinate audits of college fiscal records to ensure compliance with federal, state and local requirements and statutes.
Maintain current knowledge of College policies and procedures, federal and state policies and current accounting standards.
Serve as liaison with appropriate financial institutions and maintain and manage the College cash and investment programs.
Serve as liaison to appropriate governmental taxing bodies and plan, prepare, and coordinate the College tax levy.
Coordinate and manage the College debt program and serve as liaison with appropriate advisors/regulatory agencies.
As the Executive Treasurer of the Waubonsee Community College Foundation, manage all fiscal records, serve as the point of contact for Foundation investments, and manage all fiscal reporting to the Foundation Board of Directors, and to the Foundation's
Finance and Audit and Investment Committees.
Maintain financial records for the College's capital projects.
Assist in coordination and oversight of auxiliary services at the College.
Delegate authority and assign responsibilities to Finance Department team members.
Develop and implement processes for recruitment, supervision and evaluation of employees in the Finance Department.
Promote and oversee the personal and professional development of employees in the Finance Department.
Coordinate the development of annual goals for the Finance Department in alignment with and support of the College's Strategic Plan.
Perform a variety of other duties as may be assigned by the Vice President of Finance and Administration.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field is required. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a related field will be considered if they have a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance and administration plus an accounting or management certification such as Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant.
Five years' supervisory/management experience required.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.
Knowledge of fund accounting and Excel required.
Experience with management of cash and investment portfolios preferred.
Experience with government-related tax and debt compliance preferred.
Please attach the following documents when applying:
Position Details
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Grant Funded: No
Compensation Range: 120,269.00 - 158,248.00
Compensation Type: Salaried
Compensation: The pay for this position will be determined by your experience, education, and qualifications.
Work Schedule: M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Work Hours: 40 hours/week
Testing: No
Targeted Hire Date: 8/4/2025
Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page
Special Instructions: Please attach all required documents at the time of application.
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