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Requirements
As a top academic health and science center in the United States, Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC) seeks to provide, in a synergistic fashion, excellence in education — training physicians, nurses and other health care professionals, as well as biomedical scientists — and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research collaboration, enhancing our basic science and translational biomedical research capacity in order to improve human health. Emphasizing service, we are dedicated to the Catholic, Jesuit principle of cura personalis — “care of the whole person.” Our partnerships with organizations in the region strengthen our work and expand its reach.
Duties
The Associate Vice President & Chief Business Officer is a highly skilled and experienced finance professional to join our Center’s (GUMC) financial leadership team. They will serve as a key member of the Vice President for Finance’s (VPF) leadership team working closely with Senior Business Managers and finance teams to ensure the financial health and sustainability of GUMC. The incumbent will serve as the Deputy Financial Officer and as a strategic partner to the VPF, in financial administration and in GUMC's accounting operations, including finance, grants management, endowment, accounting, payroll, taxes, student business operations, contract review, budget, purchasing/procurement, audit control and compliance, and technology resources. This role involves strategic financial planning, oversight of financial operations, supervision of the GUMC finance team, and collaboration with various stakeholders within the institution. Additional duties include but are not limited to:
Financial Planning and Strategy
Assist the VPF in developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with the institution's mission, goals, and strategic plans.
Contribute to formulating annual budgets, forecasts, and multi-year budgeting/forecasting.
Interact on a consistent basis with the GUMC Office of Communications, Faculty Affairs, University Counsel, Regulatory Affairs, Human Resources, and the executive staff, acting as point of contact for GUMC’s external academic and research partners regarding financial matters.
Financial Operations Oversight & Risk Management
Supervise financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and institutional policies.
Identify financial risks and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Review financial aspects of the agreements, both internal and external, to ensure the best interests of the University/GUMC.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to provide financial guidance and support.
Collaboration with external partners, both research and academic.
Engage with senior leadership to communicate financial performance and contribute to decision-making processes.
Financial Reporting, Analysis, Compliance
Prepare and present financial reports to the CFO and other stakeholders.
Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
Supervise the core finance leadership team for GUMC.
Requirements And Qualifications
Master's degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience
At least 7 years of progressive experience in a related field, preferably in higher education or another research-based non-profit organization
Expertise in externally funded research in a medical setting, financial analyses, financial modeling, resources-based cost accounting, budgeting, cost estimating and control, and strategic planning
Strong computer skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail and understanding, as well as appreciation of higher education
Experience with a medical center and research with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of personnel in a diverse environment; ability to work independently, proactively, and assertively
Ability to work within a politically and financially complex organization
Comprehensive understanding of current knowledge of spreadsheet software and financial management tools, including Workday is a plus
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$135,188.00 - $264,291.85
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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Submission Guidelines
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EEO Statement
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
Current Georgetown Employees
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS https://gms.georgetown.edu/ using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/
EEO Statement
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
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