Job No. 156091
- Job Title:
- Senior Academic & Business Director
- Employer:
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University of North Texas System
- Location:
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Fort Worth , TX
- Posting Date:
- 06-Aug-2025
- Description:
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Department Summary
One of the nation’s top medical schools for primary care, the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine has an outstanding reputation for our innovative medical school curriculum, cutting-edge research, quality patient care and outstanding student performance.
Position Overview
This position serves as the administrative and fiscal officer for the college. In this role, the employee advises the Dean, Chairs and department heads in matters relating to budget development and management, operational/strategic financial feasibility, faculty and staff compensation, purchasing and contract management. This employee also acts as a liaison between TCOM and other system/HSC departments to ensure business operations/continuity: HR, Finance, Payroll, Faculty Affairs, Provost's Office, Contract Administration, Business Service Center and HSC Health.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or Healthcare Administration and seven (7) years of experience in the same or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates proficiency in budgeting, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and Windows navigation.
Possesses strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to define and address issues, communicate results effectively, and make recommendations for process improvements.
Skilled in detailed financial analysis, including reconciliations and understanding accrual accounting.
Capable of fostering collaborative relationships and exercising ethical leadership.
Exhibits excellent communication skills and can engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrates executive management skills, including project and time management, prioritization, and resource allocation.
Able to translate complex issues into layman's terms for broad understanding.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field
Process Improvement training
Required License/Registration/Certifications
N/A
Job Duties:
Oversees all fiscal affairs of the college, including preparation, implementation and management of the operating and capital budgets
Participate in and support strategic long-term financial planning efforts to ensure financial resources are available to achieve academic objectives and goals
Develop and maintain financial reports for all college accounts as needed, including monitoring the financial position against budget on a regular basis and communicate findings to the Dean. Consult with departmental administrators to clarify information and/or resolve issues associated with fiscal affairs
Monitors cash flows and expenditure plans, fund management and contracts
Physical Requirements:
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Environmental Hazards:
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
- Contact information:
- University of North Texas System
- Fort Worth, TX 76201
- United States
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