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Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jul 07, 2025
Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs Hiring Department: UICOMP-Dean's Office Location: Peoria, IL USA Requisition ID: 1035901 Posting Close Date: 8/14/2025 Budgeted Salary Range: $130,000 to $190,000 per year The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) is now accepting applications for the position of Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs. We are looking for a forward-thinking leader to provide executive-level direction to ensure the University's long-term financial sustainability and to help support the educational, clinical and research goals of the campus. This position will manage the finances and overall budget of the campus. This includes managing staff in the Accounting, Purchasing and Medical Billing teams. The Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs will also ensure that the school meets all of its regulatory reporting requirements. Position Summary The Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs at a UICOMP serves as the chief financial officer and is responsible for overseeing the college's financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting functions. This leadership role ensures the institution's fiscal integrity and sustainability by developing and implementing sound financial strategies aligned with the college's academic, clinical, and research missions. The Executive Director collaborates closely with senior leadership, department chairs, and external stakeholders to manage operating and capital budgets, monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, and optimize financial performance. This position requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, as well as deep experience in outpatient medical billing and revenue cycle. Duties & Responsibilities Prepare annual budget in collaboration with department administrators for presentation to UICOMP and UIC entities for review and finalization. Recommend to the Regional Dean and appropriate administrative entities specific financial plans for improving/managing existing programs and implementing new programs in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs. Supervise managers in Accounting and Medical Billing. Oversee medical billing services and work collaboratively with departmental leadership to ensure the efficient operation of the MSP financial system. Work with regional referring institutions and physicians to market and integrate the services of faculty participating in the MSP. Coordinate all fiscal reporting related to all funding resources as needed/required. This includes quarterly MSP reporting to UIC and all month-end and year-end closing and audit reporting. Ensure compliance with all appropriate accounting and UIC regulations, guidelines, and policies. Collaborate with the MSP Management and Advisory Committee to Develop and maintain an effective and efficient financial system, which integrates central and department MSP activities. Develop and maintains relationships as needed to meet strategic needs of the MSP. Negotiate with managed care organizations. Ensure that review of monthly financial reports is performed on at least a semi-annual basis to address questions and clarify financial information. In collaboration with the MSP Committees, develop and maintain a system to regularly assess the performance of the MSP billing and collections system. Works with the University, MSP and other professional support staff to develop reports or provide analysis based on the needs of a given department or practice. Responsible for the financial management of the MSP including annual budget development and involved in quarterly reviews and annual audit. Monitor each department's performance in meeting MSP budget targets. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree Required A minimum of 3 years of administrative experience required, including experience as a financial administrator. Experience/training in generally accepted accounting practices and project management required. A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience required. Thorough knowledge of contracting and negotiating, medical billing and clinical practice operations are required. Demonstrated knowledge of fiscal policies and procedures and financial systems required Demonstrated leadership in the areas of budget development, financial management, compliance--analytical thinking, creativity and strong decision-making skills are also required. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Finance, Business or Accounting preferred. Experience in higher education administration preferred. Working knowledge of UIC BANNER systems preferred. UICOMP is a regional campus of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, which is one of the largest and most diverse public medical schools in the country. Haven't heard about Peoria? The Peoria area offers a wide variety of activities including minor league baseball and hockey teams, the largest park district in Illinois, and dozens of miles paths for walking, running and biking. In addition, the Peoria area is home to a vibrant arts and music scene including two symphony orchestras, a large civic arena which features national tours of Broadway musicals and concerts. Best of all, Peoria features a very a low cost of living while being conveniently located just a couple hours away from both Chicago and St. Louis. To apply, please visit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15380?c=uic, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, "Apply Now". You may be redirected to log into, or to create a new account. For fullest consideration please apply by 7/31/2025. The budgeted salary range for this position is $130,000 to $190,000 per year. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits, https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits/. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disability status. The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/. 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