Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer

Administrative Strategy Executive Assistant

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Closing Date: 06/29/2026

Type of Position:

Administrative Strategy

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Department:

Financial Affairs

Summary of Job Duties:

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer provides critical administrative assistance and support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) by scheduling meetings, handling information requests, coordinating activities, preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, and arranging conference calls and other contacts. The position exercises independent judgment in reviewing and evaluating items requiring priority attention on a regular basis and maintains an extensive calendaring system. The role provides liaison support between the CFO's and Provost's offices, other Vice Chancellors, deans, faculty and staff and coordinates closely with the CFO's direct reports and various units on campus in response to information requests, reporting requirements, budget analyses, contract preparation and other needs. The position maintains responsibility for policy reports, updates, and documentation as well as managing the document flow process for those items requiring the CFO's signature. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in general business administration, finance, or a related field

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

• At least three years of experience in executive office management and support
• At least three years of fiscal management experience
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with software application programs, database management, and accounting principles

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five+ years of experience in executive office management and support
• Five+ years of fiscal management experience
• Three+ years of contract lifecycle management experience
• Experience using Workday finance and human capital management
• Experience in web page administration
• Experience with university department operations, policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to be an effective advocate for the Chief Financial Officer: interacting and communicating with individuals at all levels of the institution and with alumni, friends and benefactors
• Skilled and attentive to detail in composing and editing/proofing materials
• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and appropriately manage multiple competing tasks and demand
• Ability to conduct research and perform quantitative quality assurance reviews, resolve operational problems, and prepare required reports
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate activities, resources, and materials associated with the needs of the department or program
• Ability to build and manage meeting agendas and relevant meeting notes

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $86,355 - $112,261 Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information: Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, View email address on click.appcast.io

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes