Job Description Summary

The Associate Dean for Finance, Administration & Strategic Partnerships provides visionary leadership in directing and managing the financial and business operations of the College, with a focus on strategic initiatives, sustainable practices, and long-term financial health. This role is pivotal in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the College’s fiscal sustainability and growth.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Unclassified

Cost Center

CC001082 CON Office Of The Dean

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Minimum Requirements:
A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Care Administration or related field is required with expertise in finance. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of diverse experience in higher education or in a medical center environment, accounting, budgeting, financial management, strategic planning, sponsored projects, operations, human resources, and administration. The ADFA will collaborate with others to exceed organizational goals and objectives.  Other preferred qualifications include:

 1. At least ten years of progressive management-level/supervisory experience in finance and administration, preferably in an academic medical center managing an academic department, college, or a large and complex business unit with significant budget. 
2. Demonstrated experience working with large, highly structured personnel systems. Proven ability to motivate and manage teams, build, and negotiate strategic relationships, and work with broad constituency. Must be able to prioritize, make and implement decisions in a timely manner. Provide support and advice to leadership and all constituencies on matters related to ADFA primary responsibilities. 
3. Proven success of leading data-driven projects and building teams focused on strategic goals and customer service. 
4. Demonstrated experience in accounting practice, managerial finance, budgeting and business planning, financial analysis, and strategic planning. 
5. Experience working with WorkDay, Axiom, Harmony, and other financial and administrative software systems in a large organization. 
6. Experience with clinical group practice operations and financial management, preferably in an academic and/or medical center environment. 
7. High “EQ”, interpersonal and negotiations skills. 
 

Job Duties:

Strategic Fiscal and Budgetary Management (35%):Lead the development and execution of the College’s financial strategy. Oversee the entire fiscal and budgetary process, ensuring alignment with the College’s strategic goals. Identify and integrate new revenue streams and sustainable practice opportunities to enhance financial stability and growth.

Revenue Generation and Business Development (20%):Drive revenue generation initiatives to support the College’s mission. Negotiate high-value contracts with external agencies and collaborate with faculty leaders to develop innovative proposals and pro formas for new business opportunities. Champion sustainable practice initiatives that contribute to the College’s financial health.

Executive Human Resource and Procurement Oversight (10%):Provide strategic direction for the human resource function and procurement activities, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency in workforce management and resource allocation. Develop policies and practices that support the College’s mission and values.

Advanced Financial Information Systems (10%):Lead the adoption and enhancement of financial information systems to support college operations. Ensure the systems are aligned with best practices in sustainable financial management and provide robust support for decision-making processes.

University Liaison and Advocacy (10%):Serve as the primary liaison with University finance, Human Resources, and administration officials. Advocate for policies and practices that promote the College’s financial sustainability and strategic goals.

Comprehensive Fiscal Forecasting and Financial Modeling (10%):Provide advanced fiscal forecasting and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making. Ensure long-term sustainability and growth by considering all aspects of the College’s missions and strategic priorities.

Senior Staff and Administrative Management (5%):Supervise the Director of Finance and provide strategic guidance for team leadership. Foster a culture of sustainability, innovation, and excellence within the Finance and Administration team.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform ’pinching’ operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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