Assistant Vice President of Business Affairs

Murray State College - Tishomingo, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Tishomingo, OK

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Vice President of Business Affairs at Murray State College is responsible for overseeing fiscal management and administrative operations within the institution. Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Finance and Operations, this role includes serving as the Comptroller, managing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The position emphasizes leadership in budget preparation, financial projections, and the supervision of business services personnel, all while fostering a supportive environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and evaluating the College's administrative and support functions.
• Oversee all fiscal operations and ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines.
• Serve as the chief accountant, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, including audits, budget preparation, and fiscal planning.
• Provide leadership and guidance in the preparation of the institution's annual operating budget, revisions, and financial projections.
• Supervise the preparation of financial statements, including monthly reports to senior leadership and the Board of Regents.
• Direct business services including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other financial transactions.
• Develop and implement cross-training programs for business services personnel to ensure operational continuity.
• Lead efforts to streamline processes and adopt technology solutions for increased efficiency.
• Monitor student accounts.
• Provide management, supervision, and leadership to the employees in the area.
• Maintain a positive attitude and be responsive to student needs.
• Assist in developing, refining, and implementing policy related to areas of responsibility.
• Arrange for the annual internal audit of college fiscal records.
• Adhere to all college policies and procedures and all federal and state regulations and statutes.
• Perform all job functions in a timely manner.
• Evaluate all personnel responsible to the area.
• Serve on campus committees as appointed.
• Be actively involved in professional organizations to include COBO, OACUBO, SACUBO, and NACUBO.
• Accept other responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain NIMS training as required, including the IS-700.a and IS-100.HE tests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or other combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of general principles of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and local, state, and federal government regulations/laws preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices as well as financial statements, reports, and budgets.
• Exhibit initiative, mature judgment, resourcefulness, confidentiality, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• CPA preferred.
• Two-year college and/or university experience in business services or related areas preferred.
• Experience and/or training in working effectively in a racially and/or culturally diverse workplace.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of or ability to learn state and federal regulations relating to fiscal operations.
• Knowledge of or ability to become familiar with the two-year and/or community college system in Oklahoma.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn computerized accounting systems.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus full fringe benefits.