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The Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology Department (DMIP) in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University, is seeking to hire a Business Officer. The Business Officer for DMIP oversees and has both authority and responsibility for the department business operations, administration and overall management of departmental financial and human capital resources. This position reports to and advises the Department Head as a financial and operational expert assisting and guiding with identification and implementation of all critical missions and strategic initiatives. The DMIP Business Officer oversees, manages and supervises the administrative team responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of the academic, research and service missions of the department. The Business Officer ensures expectations and objectives are met on a daily basis.

This position has full oversight and authority of departmental budgets and budget development. This includes coordination and financial administration of an annual appropriated budget of $9.5 M plus $20-$25 M in research funding as well as self-funded operations of $2M. This requires expertise in sponsored project funding, federal cost accounting standards, Uniform Guidance, federal and state rules and regulations regarding procurement processes and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. This position is a key advisor and knowledge expert in the department strategic planning and development efforts. This position mobilizes a diverse team to ensure that strategies identified are implemented effectively and with appropriate resource allocation. This position is regularly called on for expertise and knowledge by the College and other university professionals particularly in the areas of budget, finance, and personnel strategies.

Required Job Qualifications

• B.S. degree from a four-year institution of higher education.
• M.S. or MBA degree in accounting, finance, or other business-related field.
• Supervisory experience, including supervising personnel in large administrative units.
• Demonstrated success participating as a member of a senior management team, including internal and external committees, as needed.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills as assessed by written & in-person communication.
• Five years financial leadership or senior management experience in a large administrative unit.
• Experience and advanced proficiency of accounting and information systems.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Financial leadership or senior management experience in a large academic unit in higher education involving complex research, service, and teaching activities.
• Human resources experience addressing / managing personnel conflicts, management of appropriate staffing levels / resources.
• Experience & proficiency in Kuali Financial System, HR Oracle, Excel, and MS Word.