Description

The Vice President for Finance and Facilities serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet and is responsible for the management of the University’s budget, financial and business affairs which includes Business Services (Purchasing, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Travel, Student Payroll), Student Financial Services (Financial Aid, Accounts Receivable, The Hub, MavCard office, Cashiers), Budget and Contracts, Facilities Management and serving as Liaison to University Dining Services. Responsibilities include development of the University budget, prepare resource allocation, and coordinate changes in the budget plan in a manner that supports the university’s mission; managing a total budget of all funds which exceeds $300 million; preparing revenue projections, credit hour estimates, staffing plans for 1,700 employees in all fund groups, non-salary allotments, and scholarship plans; managing University operations in the areas of Physical Plant, Facilities Planning, Building Services, Engineering and Auxiliary Services including Office Support Services, Parking and Traffic Services, Postal Services, Receiving & Delivery Services, Recycling and Sign Making, Environmental Health & Safety, University Bookstore, and Vehicle Operations.

Minnesota State University, Mankato (https://www.mnsu.edu/) is a public university of ~14,500 students, including more than 1,300 international students from 90+ countries. The University has nearly 2,600 students of color, 13.7 percent employees of color, and an institutional commitment to welcoming underrepresented populations (https://www.mnsu.edu/university-life/diversity-equity-inclusion/).  Minnesota State University, Mankato has won the “Most Popular University in Minnesota” designation each of the last two years according to the Star Tribune, our statewide newspaper.

Minnesota State University, Mankato offers more than 130 undergraduate programs of study, including 13 pre-professional programs, and more than 80 graduate programs, including master’s, specialist, and doctoral programs. Additional Fast Facts about the University can be found at https://www.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/

This position works on the University’s main campus, which is located in the collegetown of Mankato, Minnesota. Minnesota State University, Mankato is just 76 miles southwest of MSP Airport. Founded in 1852 and overlooking the Minnesota River Valley, Mankato is the 5th largest city in Minnesota, with an area population of ~103,570. Its surroundings are renowned for great parks and trails in a landscape steeped in historic significance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application). In lieu of a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field, relevant experience in higher education finance and operation will be considered. Five (5) years progressively responsible administrative experience in one or more areas of responsibility in the finance and facilities portfolio, including significant experience in the development of institutional financial plans. Experience with institutional planning and associated financial planning and budgetary policies. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices. Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial report standards put forth by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Knowledge of construction and facilities operations.

Application Procedures:

To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website:

https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/

Contact Information:

Dr. Lynn D Akey, Vice President for Student Success, Analytics and Integrated

Planning

Phone: 507-389-1365

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711

Email: lynn.akey@mnsu.edu