Director, Finance

Job Title

Director, Finance

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Treasury Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Job Description Summary:

Under the supervision of the Chief Investment Officer and Treasurer, the Director, Finance manages and directs the debt operations and capital planning functions.

Responsibilities:
- Manage The Texas A&M University System debt programs which include issuance, expenditure and reporting on the A&M System bond and commercial paper programs and ensuring compliance with policy, state and federal law.

- Review and/or prepare documents for debt issuance which includes official statements, offering memorandums, paying agent agreements, escrow agreements, amortization schedules, applications, reports, etc.

- Work directly with financial advisors, rating agencies, investment bankers, bond counsel and underwriters' counsel.

- Manage the allocation and payment of debt service which includes approval of debt service vouchers, wires and related documents.

- Manage the preparation of the System Capital Plan. Review and provide data for cash flow projections of debt issuance based on Capital Plan.

- Assist System members with the completion of pro-forma schedules for proposed projects and review completed pro-forma schedules.

- Manage the process for completion of the Coordinating Board Master Plan updates, State Capital Construction application forms and other capital related reporting.

- Provide guidance to System members regarding presentation of projects on these capital planning documents.

- Coordinate with the System Offices and System members to determine funding sources and accounts for major construction projects and other debt-financed projects.

- Provide information and respond to requests/questions from A&M System members, bond counsel, financial advisors, state agencies, rating agencies, paying agents, escrow agents, remarketing agents, and investors related to debt programs.

- Monitor and plan for debt issuance which includes participating in or leading meetings/conference calls with financial advisors, rating agencies, bond counsel and investment bankers.

- Serve as the backup to sign/approve disbursements and wires.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- BBA in Finance or Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Eight years in accounting, finance and/or financial analysis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Experience using spreadsheet, word processing, accounting and presentation software.

- Ability to analyze and summarize financial information in a clear and concise manner.

- Strong verbal and written communication, analytical and organizational skills.

- Ability to multi-task and collaboratively work with others.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.