Senior Finance Administrator

About the College of Arts, Media and Design 

We are a vibrant community of creators, designers, technologists, and communicators applying creativity across disciplines and harnessing emerging technologies to advance human potential and solve the challenges of the future. 

Powered by experience-driven teaching, learning and research, CAMD believes that the fields of design, communication, media, and the arts are crucial to the human experience, society, and the development of technology. We empower the next generations of students, researchers, and creative practitioners to create the future by sparking their innovative, creative, curious, and entrepreneurial spirit. 

About the Opportunity

The Senior Finance Administrator supports the College of Arts, Media and Design by managing daily financial operations, overseeing budget administration, and providing financial analysis and reporting to college leadership. This role serves as a key partner to the Dean’s Office and academic departments, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and effective stewardship of college resources across diverse funding streams.

Working closely with the Director of Finance and Administration, this position plays an essential role in budget planning, financial reporting, policy implementation, and process improvement to support the College’s strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Budget Management

• Manage and oversee daily financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, and transaction processing

• Verify and process financial transactions for the Dean’s Office and support broader College needs as required

• Monitor and reconcile departmental and college-level budgets to ensure proper allocation of funds

• Oversee inter-fund transfer processes across multiple funding sources

• Perform overrun monitoring and audit assessments to prevent budget deficits and resolve overdrafts

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and analyses for departmental and college leadership

• Analyze budget trends and provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making

• Support the development of Dean’s Office budget projections and salary modeling

• Assist with annual budget planning in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration

Policy Development & Compliance

• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and ensure compliance with university guidelines

• Serve as primary reviewer and approver for contractual agreements within CAMD

• Ensure adherence to university financial policies and regulatory requirements

• Prepare and submit financial documentation and reports related to foreign activities and international engagement initiatives

Collaboration & Strategic Support

• Partner with academic departments to provide financial oversight, guidance, and reporting support

• Work with the Director of Finance and Administration to establish and maintain departmental financial calendars, processes, and procedures

• Contribute to continuous process improvements that strengthen financial operations across the College

Qualifications

Strong financial and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities. Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing responsibilities, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in decision-making.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, as well as experience working with enterprise financial systems. Ability and willingness to quickly learn new systems, software applications, and databases.

Knowledge and skills typically acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Experience working in higher education is preferred.