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General Director, Finance

PageUp Desc Code FIN - General Director, Finance

Function FIN - Finance

Subfunction Finance

Discipline Finance

Career Track G - General Administration

Career Track Level Management / Leadership - Level 3

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 05

RANGE $102488 - $215224

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 05C

RANGE $137052 - $212431

Classification Information

Finance

Finance is responsible for the financial activities of the university, from transaction processing to complex financial analysis and strategic planning. This typically includes accounting, budgeting, financial forecasting and analysis, tax analysis and compliance, billing and collections, investment management, cash and debt management, and insurance.

Management / Leadership

Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.

Level 3

Director: Directs and controls the activities of multiple university units or leads a team of professionals with significant university wide impact. Typically has indirect reports. In charge of overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, etc. for the unit. Collaborates with executive leadership on establishing strategic goals across the function.

G - General Administration

Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Director within Finance is responsible for directing and overseeing the financial activities of multiple university units, ensuring that financial management processes align with the university’s overall objectives. This role includes strategic planning, staffing, budgeting, and financial forecasting across several departments. The General Director collaborates with senior leadership to define and implement policies, programs, and strategies that support the financial health and operational success of the university. The position entails controlling the day-to-day financial operations of various departments, ensuring financial resources are effectively allocated and utilized. The General Director also provides leadership and guidance to managers and senior professionals within the finance function, although their reports may not be direct. They are responsible for reviewing and approving budgets, overseeing long-term financial planning, and ensuring that financial controls and compliance measures are adhered to throughout the organization. Additionally, the General Director plays a key role in establishing and refining financial goals in collaboration with executive leadership. They are tasked with analyzing financial data, generating reports, and making strategic recommendations to enhance the university’s financial stability. This position requires advanced financial expertise, a strong understanding of university-wide financial operations, and the ability to influence decision-making at the highest levels to support the institution’s long-term strategic initiatives.