Director Of Finance And Research Administration

Job summary
Director of Finance and Research AdministrationLocation: Chapel Hill, NCPermanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Job seniority: director level and above
Responsibilities
• Develop a strategic vision for stellar performance in teaching, research, practice, and service• Establish and oversee budget planning, monitoring, and analysis for assigned units• Ensure financial compliance for assigned units• Manage business staff supporting assigned units• Serve on schoolwide committees representing finance and business interests• Strong communication skills required
Requirements
• Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required• Extensive management background in a large organization• Solid leadership capability• Superior financial management and analytical skills• Comprehensive knowledge of academic fiscal administration• Effective written and verbal communication skills• Experience in short-and long-term planning• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements for grants and contracts• Strong financial skills with various fund types• Experience in effective management and supervision of staff
Key Skills Needed
• Leadership• Financial management• Analytical skills• Communication skills• Customer service• Planning• Regulatory knowledge• Staff management• Teamwork• Mentoring