Executive Director of Financial Operations at Columbia University

Location: New York City, NY

Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required

- Job Type: Officer of Administration - Bargaining Unit: - Regular/Temporary: Regular - End Date if Temporary: - Hours Per Week: 35 - Standard Work Schedule: - Building: Morningside - Salary Range: $180,000 to $200,000 *The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.* Position Summary Columbia Engineering is committed to pushing the frontiers of knowledge and translating our discoveries to meet the needs of society. These aspirations have been fundamental since our early origins. Over the years, our faculty and students have made remarkable contributions to technological and social progress, and today, we carry on our tradition of innovation as engineering transforms nearly every aspect of life, from the purity of the water we drink, the quality and accessibility of our healthcare, and the sustainability of the natural and built environments, to our ability to connect with others anywhere in the world. Reporting to the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, the Executive Director of Financial Operations assumes a leadership role in the financial, operational decision-making, and policy formation of the Engineering School. This position assist with preparing and monitoring the Engineering School’s annual operating and capital budget in the context of a multi-year financial framework; provides oversight of the Engineering School’s procurement, accounts payable, and cash management functions; delivers quarterly and ad hoc financial reporting to senior leadership; and manages a team of five staff within the Engineering School Business Office. The incumbent works closely with University Finance and other central offices, ensuring strong fiscal stewardshi