Senior Director of Finance and HR

Department Statement:About the Learning EnterpriseWe believe that the rigid and linear design of traditional higher education is neither an effective ladder to social and economic opportunity for all learners nor is it responsive to rapidly evolving workforce needs. ASU has responded to these challenges with the creation of Learning Enterprise (LE). We are guided by the belief that everyone should have universal access to education and opportunity. At every stage of life.LE re-imagines the role of universities in society and evolves the design of learning offerings. These products (LE's learning offerings) are academically rigorous, tech-enabled, and outcomes-driven. They are stackable, accessible, and evidence-based - designed to respond to the needs of students and employers with the resources and values of the university.LE's initial focus is on the following areas: foundational skills and mindsets, professional and technical career skills and personal development, cultural and civic learning.At LE, we share a common set of values that guide our work and collaboration:Scrappy. We are undaunted by challenges. We remain undeterred by anything that stands in the way of moving our vision forward. If we fall, we get up, over and over again. If it doesn't exist, we create it. If something doesn't work, we try something else.Driven. We always push to be better for ourselves, for each other, and for our students. We are not defeated or guided by the status quo. We see what could be and relentlessly pursue tentional Architects. We know our attitude towards what we are doing will determine our success. We see the big picture and take deep pride in building every block that makes up our long-term vision. We are motivated by the potential of a transformed future while remaining firmly focused on tending to the tasks in front of us today.Leading from the heart. We deeply care about people and their well-being. Everyone is unconditionally supported. We believe in human potential and invest in continuous growth.Candid collaborators. We share ideas and feedback at all levels. We have strong opinions loosely held and intentionally engage in debate. We strive for clarity through direct and honest communication. We know our work is better for it.Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.Job Profile:Administrative Operations Manager 3Job Family:Administrative OperationsTime Type:Full timeMax Pay - Depends on experience:$135,000.00 USD AnnualJob Description:The Senior Director of Finance and Human Resources is a critical leadership role within Learning Enterprise at Arizona State University, responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of three core functions: Finance, Business Operations, and Human Resources. This role oversees established systems and processes that support the organization's mission, providing strategic guidance and operational excellence.We are seeking an experienced operations leader who can maintain compliance with institutional policies, drive strategic improvements to existing systems and processes, lead a high-performing team, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, enabling the organization to achieve its goals efficiently and effectively. If you are a proactive leader with deep institutional knowledge, strong financial acumen, exceptional people leadership skills, and a commitment to operational integrity, we are looking for you!This role reports to the Learning Enterprise Chief Operating Officer and is based on ASU's Tempe campus.. Salary Range: $115,000 - 135,000; Depends on experienceEssential Duties:Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)Lead Learning Enterprise in all regular budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking processes at Learning Enterprise and for the University, overseeing diverse funding sources, including learner revenues, state appropriations, tuition, grants, unrestricted funds, and philanthropic contributions.Deliver actionable financial analyses and updates to Learning Enterprise and University leadership, offering strategic insights to drive decision-making.Ensure compliance with institutional fiscal guidelines to maintain financial stability and alignment with organizational objectives.Coordinate financial and payroll audits, ensuring all reviews are completed with zero material findings.Lead all aspects of the regular fiscal business cadence of the Learning Enterprise, including comprehensive salary planning, including hiring, promotions, and vacancy savings analysis.Human ResourcesOversee and drive strategic improvements to all HR processes, including hiring, onboarding, offboarding, professional development and advancement, and performance cycles, ensuring consistency, fairness, and transparency.Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, performance management, and behavioral coaching.Design, execute and implement key strategic HR projects in partnership with Department HR Manager to attract and retain talent, such as career advancement & professional development at all levels, compensation analysis, hiring excellence, and organizational culture-building efforts.Business OperationsLead the Business Operations team in all core responsibilities, including efficient spend processes in compliance with University policies, financial transfers to Academic Units, and invoicing to third party partners.Develop and implement policies for all spend areas such as travel, procurement, and operating budget spend, and support team in ensuring full organizational understanding.Serve as key approver and decision authority for high-level financial and operational matters, including travel, procurement, and HR matters.Additional leadership responsibilitiesServe as a trusted advisor and key partner to Learning Enterprise leadership, offering strategic insights on HR and financial matters to support organizational goals.Contribute to the Learning Enterprise strategic planning process (Objectives and Key Results), serving as a Key Result Owner where relevantRepresent Learning Enterprise in ASU and state, regional, and national organizations, boards, councils, and committees, upholding the organization's reputation and partnerships.Other duties as assigned, such as financial analysis work to support Learning Enterprise's transition to a core organizational focus on earned revenue by supporting solution lines to measure, and then design for, long-term financial sustainability (both in revenue and margin).Desired Qualifications:You thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, lean-team environment and are a resourceful, creative and scrappy problem-solver, able to use the resources at hand to meet organizational needs.You have experience in leading Finance, HR, and Business Operations functionsYou have experience in HR and financial systems including Adaptive Planning, FMS Workday, HR Workday, Concur, Windows, Analytics, PCard Management, Microsoft Office, Google Drive, SAP-BPC, KenexaBrassring, SalesForce.You have a proven track record of creating user-friendly, "simple" analytical models that are easily understood and used by business leaders to drive decision-making.You are skilled in identifying levers to achieve revenue and profitability goals - finding the "so what's" of analyses You are a consummate relationship builder, with demonstrated ability to build deep trust across all levels of an organization and work cross-functionally to achieve goals. You are energized by working closely with leadership and sharing perspectives boldly, often serving as a "check" or challenger to shape strategic directionYou are an empathetic, flexible and humble colleague, ready to play a range of roles to ensure Learning Enterprise meets its goals. Equal parts strategist and doer, you are ready to roll up your sleeves and work alongside your colleagues to get the job done.You are a great manager and coach, skilled at attracting and developing high-quality team members and facilitating outstanding outcomes within your team.Working Environment:Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include andor are subject to resolution of conflicts.May be required to perform tasks in the field within andor across University campuses. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignmentfield including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience andor training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Driving Requirement:Driving is not required for this position.Location:Campus: TempeFunding:No Federal FundingInstructions to ApplyCurrent Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letterResumeCVNote: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.Please include all employment information in monthyear format (e.g., 688 to 894), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.ASU Statement Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456. 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Created: 2025-03-05