Assistant Dean, Business Finance & Administration

Meharry Medical College

Nashville, Tennessee
30+ days ago

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Accountingunmatched
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Contract Managementunmatched
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Data Analysisunmatched
Database Administrationunmatched
Dentistryunmatched
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Description

The Assistant Dean for Finance/Business in the School of Dentistry provides support to the Associate Dean of Finance/Business in the School of Dentistry. The Asst. Dean is responsible for providing support to the budget process and for assisting with the management of financial activities related to the School of Dentistry, including residency programs, clinics, the Total Health facility, and Grants. The Asst. Dean assists with the tracking of various financial and statistical reports, monitoring the production and aged receivables as required.

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

Assist in overseeing the financial operations of the School of Dentistry, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Assist the Associate Dean of Business/Finance and other administrative leaders in developing and implementing financial strategies that align with institutional goals.
Develop projection reports and business plans and advise the Associate Dean of Business & Finance on strategies to meet fiscal needs.
Monitor financial performance and provide regular reports to the Associate Dean of Business/Finance and the Dean of the School of Dentistry.
Oversee the routing and monitoring of all School of Dentistry vendor contracts and provide information to the Associate Dean of Business/Finance and the Dean of the School of Dentistry.
Assist with the development and input of faculty contracts.
Oversee the development and maintenance of a contract data base.
Assist in grant management and funding proposals to support various grants.
Responsible for preparation of monthly financial reports to summarize the financial position.
Responsible for preparation of Health Affairs reports on a quarterly basis.
Examines and evaluates purpose and content of business reports to develop new, or improve existing format, use and control.
Assist with the development of financial policies and procedures
Provide financial procedural training to Department representatives
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.
Evaluate financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills to identify problems, gather related information from diverse resources, analyze complex data, and develop clear and concise solutions to and resolve complex problems
Able to work independently and within a team environment.
Ability to use complex automated financial systems, spreadsheets, databases, web browsers, word processing, presentation software and electronic mail programs.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, and accounting policies and procedures.
Mathematical skills to calculate and analyze complex financial formulas.
Organizational skills to work with changing priorities and demanding workload, to manage and monitor multiple accounts simultaneously, and to meet multiple and variable priorities and deadlines.
Ability to review and comprehend contract language.
Written communication skills to develop memos, create or revise policies and procedures, and convey to a diverse audience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups.
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Expert level skills Microsoft office applications.

Education and Experience:

A Master's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field. Related Master's Degree preferred.
Experience in a dental office preferred
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience performing a variety of complex fiscal duties and administrative office technical support responsibilities
Must have strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
Experienced in monitoring and managing operational budgets
Excel
Must have demonstrated knowledge of contracts and their development
History of providing advice on revenue generation and the management and expenditure of funds
Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in managing teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.

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Location

Nashville, Tennessee

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