Senior Finance Operations Manager, UT System Division of Finance and Administration

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Initiative Execution and Operational Support

• Partners with the SVP/CFO to translate priorities into actionable plans, timelines, and deliverables.

• Drives execution of key initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and leadership direction.

• Monitors progress, identifies risks, and provides recommendations to maintain momentum and achieve outcomes.

Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Conducts financial analysis, including forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning.

• Develops executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations.

• Synthesizes financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights to support decision-making.

Project & Program Management

• Leads and coordinates projects within the Division.

• Establishes project plans, milestones, and accountability structures.

• Identifies risks and dependencies and ensures timely resolution of barriers.

Operational Coordination & Effectiveness

• Enhances efficiency by streamlining processes and improving workflows across finance and administrative functions.

• Coordinates across departments to ensure alignment and execution of priorities.

• Manages and prioritizes the SVP/CFO’s calendar to align time with key priorities and organizational needs.

• Prepares briefing materials, meeting agendas, and follow-ups to support leadership effectiveness.

Strategic Support

• Supports strategic planning efforts by gathering data, conducting analysis, and preparing materials.

• Contributes to the development of business cases and long-term initiatives.

• Builds knowledge of organizational strategy and priorities over time.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field is required; an MBA is strongly preferred

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing operationally

• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-trust environment with shifting priorities

• Strong organizational and execution skills with exceptional attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and interpersonal effectiveness

   

Key Attributes for Success:

• Execution-Oriented – Demonstrates strong follow-through and accountability in achieving results

• Resilient & Resourceful – Navigates ambiguity, solves problems independently, and remains steady under pressure in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Flexible & Adaptable – Effectively shifts between strategic and operational responsibilities and responds to changing priorities across the system

• Collaborative & Trusted Partner – Builds strong, credible relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders across the UT System and beyond

• Proactive & Anticipatory – Anticipates needs and takes initiative to address priorities in advance

• Highly Organized – Brings structure and clarity to complex, multi-faceted work