Job Summary and QualificationsGeneral Description: The VP Business & Finance reports to the President. He/she will support the achievement of the College's mission by working in partnership with College leadership, faculty, staff, students, and service providers to develop and implement the College's financial strategies. He/she will advise the senior leadership team on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, and policy matters. The VP will oversee all accounting activities related to income auditing, accounts payable processing, accounts receivable collection, tax compliance, budgeting, and forecasting. The VP will also serve as the liaison with Research Medical Center/HCA Human Resources and with the RMC CFO/Controller
Position: Exempt Responsibilities: The VP Business & Finance will:
- Oversee all day-to-day financial operations of the College.
- Prepare monthly statements which include statement of activities, statement of financial position and performance, cash flow, projections, forecasting, and reporting for the Governing Board, and the College leadership team. Prepare journal entries for month end and reconcile accounts
- Serve as a liaison to the Governing Board as it relates to financial matters of the College.
- Serve as a member of the Audit and Finance committee of the Governing Board, effectively communicating critical financial matters to ensure the College is achieving its strategic plan.
- Work with the College stakeholders to plan, coordinate, and execute the annual budget process including funding for capital projects.
- Provide oversight for the College's finance IT system
- Input data into KRONOS to assure accurate reporting of PTO, FMLA, TAFW, LOA.
- Support other College offices related to financial and budgetary needs
- Work collaboratively with RCoN staff to meet the regulatory and compliance requirements of HLC, Missouri Department of Higher Education (MDHE), CMS, and MSBN, and others as needed.
- Manage College contracts and vendors (including adjuncts) in collaboration with appropriate RMC colleagues
What qualifications you will need:The VP Business & Finance must have:
- BSc/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field; MSc/MA is a plus;
- Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting;
- In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices;
- Proficient in excel and experience in general ledger software
- Strong skills in organization and planning;
- Effective verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to lead and develop teams.
Research College of Nursing is a private, non-sectarian, fully accredited institution of higher learning. We are located in the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. We offer a Bachelor of Science (B.S.N.) and a Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) with three graduate tracks, an RN-MSN entry point option, and three post-Masters certificate choices. Our 13:1 student-faculty ratio nurtures rich campus discussions and wide opportunities for student scholarship and development. Over 400 students are enrolled at the Research College of Nursing. Approximately 65% are undergraduates and 35% are graduate students. We embody the mission and heart of HCA MidAmerica. We are recognized as a leader in healthcare due to our skilled, compassionate, and dedicated doctors and nurses.
