Director III Accounting and Finance

Research Reactor

A life-saving operation in the middle of America - the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) - needs you to help guide its future. MURR is expanding its critical cancer-fighting and medical isotope production.

MURR's reactor is the highest-power university research reactor in the United States, operating at 10 megawatts, 6.5 days a week and 52 weeks a year. The MURR facility enables research across many disciplines - From investigating ancient cultures and how plants respond to their environment, to analyzing industrial materials and developing radiopharmaceuticals that have lifesaving clinical applications. The MURR facility is a reliable resource for researchers, scientists, engineers and students across the country.

Be a part of the future of fighting cancer and saving lives.

Be a part of MURR

We're seeking a business and finance officer serving the expanding needs of the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR). Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for managing the business and financial functions for the reactor's general operating mission, grant, and contract support as well as auxiliary functions. This position provides oversight and coordination to advance the strategic initiatives and deliverables of the reactor. As a member of the Executive Director's leadership team, provide effective financial management for MURR. They will provide financial analysis to support new opportunities and develop and maintain financial reporting of existing service lines. This position will play a key role in financial modeling to support the Next Gen MURR vision.

This position will also act as a strategic partner for MURR and the MU Division of Finance and Business Services. The business and finance officer will play an integral role in the planning, forecasting, and integration of critical performance initiatives into the multi-year planning model for the university. They will lead the development, management, and projection of MURR's operating and capital budgets, including overseeing the development of comprehensive budget and management reports. Continuous improvement and a transformative mindset will be key to furthering the university's complex and cross-functional business objectives. The individual represents Business Operations, takes part in discussion and project work, and works to implement designated actions and activities. Candidates must have exceptional communication skills, be flexible, and quickly adapt to rapid change and multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

The business and finance officer is responsible for the day to day transactional accounting and fiscal activities of MURR. They will lead the fiscal group to ensure accurate and timely financial reports in accordance with University Policy, and Governmental Accounting Standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Partner with department leaders to ensure budget allocations, revenue targets, and financial decisions are in alignment with unit and campus-wide strategic priorities and goals. Develop, analyze, and present reports to assist with decision-making. Explore and/or analyze funding opportunities and cost-reduction efficiencies to support a financially sustainable department. Regularly provide information to leaders including Directors, Deans, Vice Chancellors, community representatives and other external stakeholders.
• Assess operating results in terms of profitability and performance against budget. Recommend operating effectiveness improvements for the units, serving as a trusted advisor on the leadership team. Provide accurate and timely historical and projected financial and operational information and analysis, including presentation of financial results compared to plan. Provide advice and counsel to leadership on the interpretation of operating results and trends. Assist with recommendations of action plans where required.
• Oversee strategic projects with a focus on change management initiatives that require cross functional resource allocation. In collaboration with unit leadership, create a business model, financial plan and projections. Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation and leads the preparation of the annual budget in consultation with the MU Finance & Business Services and university senior leadership.
• Provide leadership for department-level fiscal staff including ensuring effective training, support, and guidance, interpretation of policies, procedures, and best practice advice.
  Accountable for the day-to-day transactional accounting and fiscal activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, travel expenses, purchasing card activity, budget maintenance and post-award grants management.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial oversight including ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, reviewing and/or approving variety of transactions, maintaining signature authority for college-wide purchases, and approving fiscal and human resources security and actions. Oversee the processes of payroll reconciliation, travel authorization, purchasing card reconciliation, internal controls, and other fiscal activities.

Additional duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and priorities of Business Operations and the University of Missouri.

Monday - Friday 8AM to 5PM, with some work outside of regular schedule when it is required for business.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 7 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Master's degree or other advanced degree in relevant areas of study.
• Certified Public Accountant
• Experience working with Power BI
• Experience with PeopleSoft Financials

Salary Range: $95,000 - $150,000 per year
Grade: GGS-014
University Title: Director III Business Administration
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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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