General Information
Job Description | FINANCIAL SVC MGR 4 | Working Title | Associate Vice Chancellor & Controller |
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Job Code | 005957 | Grade | 29 |
Department Name | Accounting - D01100 | Department Head | Gerard Bomotti |
Supervisor | Gerard Bomotti | Effective Date | 08/01/2023 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code | Title | FTE |
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007709 | FINANCIAL ANL 3 | 1.0 |
007384 | EXEC AST 3 | 1.0 |
000656 | BUS SYS ANL MGR 1 | 1.0 |
005970 | GEN ACCOUNTANT 5 | 1.0 |
004631 | FINANCIAL SVC SUPV 2 | 1.0 |
000220 | FINANCIAL SVC MGR 3 | 1.0 |
007598 | ACCOUNTING SUPV 2 | 1.0 |
000685 | ACCOUNTING MGR 1 | 1.0 |
000608 | PROCUREMENT MGR 2 | 1.0 |
Generic Scope
Directs through subordinate managers multiple large and complex critical programs impacting broad constituencies across major portions of the organization. Identifies objectives, manages very significant human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with an extremely high degree of autonomy. Accountable for formulating and administering policies and programs for major functions. Operational or program results can affect overall organization-wide performance and reputation. Directs through subordinate managers the development of strategic goals and objectives to achieve accountability and stewardship of university resources in a manner consistent with systemwide objectives and initiatives. |
Custom Scope
Develops campus, medical center, Office of the President and/or organizational policies and authorizes their implementation. Provides advice, guidance, and assistance to the senior leadership. Represents the campus, medical center, Office of the President in meetings and at systemwide meetings and discussions. Recognized as an influential leader. Makes final decisions for the organization and ensures achievement of objectives. Erroneous decisions will have a serious impact on the overall success of division or the campus, medical center or Office of the President. |
Department Custom Scope
This Associate Vice Chancellor of Business & Financial Services and Controller reports to the Vice Chancellor of Planning, Budget and Administration. This position has critical responsibility for the integrity of the campus financial information by developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive system of internal controls in financial and business activities across the campus. The position is a campus and systemwide leader who influences University of California and campus accounting, financial management and procurement policies. Is responsible for reviewing and evaluating existing control systems with a view toward assuring that appropriate controls are built into existing policies and procedures. The position is responsible for leadership, strategic planning, and oversight of the Division of Business & Financial Services (BFS) units and systems. BFS is comprised of the following departments: Accounting Office (including General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Travel & Entertainment, Extramural Funds, Payroll Coordination, and Treasury functions), Business Systems (including the Impact23 project to replace most automated administrative financial systems), Procurement Services (including Business Contracts), Student Business Services & Cashiers. The UCR annual revenue and expenditures is approximately $1Billion in a variety of funding sources (student tuition, state general funds, contract and grants including F&A, gifts & endowments, and sales and service activities). As the University Controller, this position has close coordination with the University of California, Office of the President (UCOP). |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Advanced degree. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
Experience | Requirement |
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10 - 15 years of related experience. | Required |
Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
License Requirements
License | Requirement |
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CPA | Preferred |
Certification Requirements
Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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Leads efforts to design, develop, and implement systems that ensure the accuracy and control of financial data and reporting.
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20 |
Directs and controls the activities of a broad organizational department through several subordinate managers having overall responsibility for functional programs.
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20 |
Establishes department objectives and evaluates performance towards meeting goals.
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15 |
Meets and negotiates with other senior managers (on and off site) to establish strategic plans and objectives. | 10 |
Fulfills full responsibility for personnel-related matters. Fulfills full responsibility for development and adherence to function's budget.
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10 |
Plans, designs and implements Financial Services programs and establishes direction, policies and procedures for divisions.
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10 |
Directs, controls and has overall accountability for internal controls to protect University resources.
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10 |
Interacts with senior management on controversial situations, customer negotiations, or influencing and persuading other senior level managers.
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5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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Expert people management skills. | Required |
Expert leadership skills needed to assume responsibility for the overall operational success of the function. | Required |
Expert knowledge of industry systems and practices and their usage at a campus, medical center or Office of the President. | Required |
Ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels. | Required |
Highly sophisticated judgment and decision-making, critical thinking, and creative problem solving. | Required |
Expertise in internal control practices. Experience in implementing controls that strengthen the control environment throughout the organization. | Required |
Ability to present complex information in an effective manner. | Required |
Demonstrated knowledge of the regulatory, banking, and financial environments in which institutions of higher education operate. Advanced knowledge of complex financial policies, practices and systems; budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping including GASB, FASB and generally accepted accounting practices. | Required |
Ability to establish mission and goals at the macro-level; to lead subordinate management to develop goals in alignment with mission. Proven ability to lead and execute departmental strategic planning processes and participate and provide valuable input to VC level strategic planning efforts. | Required |
Knowledge of UC Policies and Procedures | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition | Requirement |
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Travel | Required |
Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
Must successfully pass a background check through the DOJ and FBI. | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
General Direction |
Environment
Working Environment
Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
Is Critical Position: Yes |