Financial Officer (Optg Grp)

: Requisition ID req27981 Working Title Financial Officer (Optg Grp) Position Grade 15 Position Summary UNM's Facilities Management (FM) is looking to hire a Financial Officer (Optg Grp) to join our Finance and Administration Division as our Financial Officer. Facilities Management oversees the physical infrastructure and facilities of The University. This includes the operation and maintenance of UNM's buildings, grounds, landscaping, and vehicles, with the goal of meeting the needs of students, faculty, and staff. FM plays a crucial role in coordinating various aspects, such as energy management and sustainability initiatives, to ensure that The University incorporates energy-efficient practices into its operations and design standards. Additionally, the department is responsible for establishing and maintaining design, maintenance, and custodial standards that align with The University's mission and create a conducive environment for all. The Financial Officer will be responsible for financial oversight across Facilities Management and its various units, to include the supervision of the Accounting and Work Control units. This position will direct and prepare short- and long-term strategic and operating plans pertaining to the division's finances, utilizing data and analysis in the development of recommendations to achieve financial objectives. They will play a key role in review and analysis in budgeting operations and capital program, along with forecasting, and financial planning initiatives. Reporting to the Director, the Financial Officer is a key member of the FM leadership team and provides strategic direction in the planning, development, management, control, and reporting of the integrated financial operations and activities of a multi-faceted entity that impacts all and most campuses of the University. This position coordinates the development, preparation and submission of all capital, operational revenue , and expense budgets and all financial reports for our organizations, working closely with staff both within FM, and internal and externally with the University. The ideal candidate will be experienced in financial management, highly organized, detail oriented, able to supervise and lead staff, and provide excellent customer service

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or in a related field including at least 15 credit hours of Accounting; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, MBA, or MA/MS in accounting or finance.
• Strong skills and experience with UNM Policy 7000, Banner, LoboMart, MyReports, Chrome River, and UNM Purchasing policies and procedures.
• Experience in compiling, analyzing, interpreting and presenting complex, customizable financial reports, statements and revenue projections to various audiences utilizing diverse management information systems.
• Experience in managing business office functions within a University or similar organization.
• Ability to provide guidance to leadership on financial business matters and/or processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate with various levels of management and department stakeholders.
• Supervisory experience to include strong leadership, communication skills and collaborative approach with staff.
• Familiarity with TMA or computer maintenance management system.

Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department FM Administration (821B1) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay $5,456.53 to $7,810.40 Monthly Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 1/9/2024 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement FM administration has determined that onsite reporting shall be a minimum of 60% to assure office coverage. Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with two Supervisor references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.