Cseng Sst: Financial Manager

About the Job

OVERVIEW

This position is part of the College of Science and Engineering Shared Services Team (SST). SST is a team of administrative and financial professionals who support units across the College of Science and Engineering.

This position reports to the Director of Shared Services and fulfills three important roles. First, this position will provide leadership to the financial professionals on SST. Working with the SST Director, this position will guide the work and assignments of other team members who serve in primarily financial roles.

Second, this position will lead SST efforts to provide a central hub for the onboarding, training, and development of financial professionals across the College. Working with the SST Director and other leaders in the College, this position will take a key role in building a community of practice for CSE financial professionals.

Third, as a member of SST, and to maintain currency on operational issues, this position may provide direct support to units as needed. These assignments will change over time to meet the College's evolving needs.

This is a hybrid position, neither fully remote nor fully on-campus.

Job Duties Leading SST Financial Staff (20%)

• Manage other members of the SST serving primarily in financial roles. Serve as direct supervisor for those members, including annual reviews and performance management in

consultation with the Director.

• Working with the Director, assign roles to supervised SST members, matching individual skills and experience to the specific needs of units/projects. Organize and assign staff so that SST fulfills its role of providing auxiliary, interim, and/or specialized support as needed in the College.
• Meet regularly with individual team members to discuss performance, train, answer questions, and provide feedback. Mentor and support the development of individual team members.
• Respond to inquiries from leaders across the College, or as delegated by the Director, to evaluate opportunities for additional assignments.

Job Duties Leading Development of CSE Financial Staff (60%)

• Working with the Director, with the heads of other CSE shared service centers, and with CSE leadership, develop and implement a central hub/resource for onboarding, training, and developing financial professionals across CSE.
• Coordinate a financial community of practice and a mentoring/support network across CSE. This network will improve support for individuals, increase resiliency across positions, and

encourage adoption of best practices across CSE.

• Provide leadership and foster a professional and positive working environment committed to principles and practices of respect, inclusivity, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Support and encourage a development "pipeline" within the CSE financial community, allowing growth and promotion opportunities across units within the College.

Job Duties as a Member of the Team (20%)

• Specific duties (and time allocated to those duties) will vary as assignments change over time. Typical duties will include some combination of the following, as needed by local units: non-

sponsored accounting across the full breadth of an academic unit; sponsored accounting across the full life cycle of a grant; approvals and certified approvals; reporting; effort coordination; budgeting; serving as an expert on relevant policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least six years of professional administrative experience.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of and experience using University policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience managing a cross-disciplinary professional staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and units within the university.
• Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Experience supporting and prioritizing multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and problem-solve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders from diverse communities and cultures using tact, diplomacy, initiative, and sound judgement.
• Recent knowledge of University financial, HR/administrative, and sponsored projects systems.
• Current University of Minnesota Certified Approver.

About the Department

The College of Science and Engineering supports a Shared Services Team (SST) within the Dean's Office. The team is comprised of professional staff (both Civil Service and P&A) that provides auxiliary, interim, and/or specialized support to academic departments and research centers within the College. The SST is intended to be flexible, nimble, and responsive to needs that change over time. SST members may serve as the primary/managing administrator or primary/managing accountant for local units as needed.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type:Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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Diversity

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Employment Requirements

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About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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