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Executive Vice Dean for Administration and Finance - 40460
University Staff Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department:
School of Medicine, Office of the Dean
Job Title: Executive Vice Dean for Administration and
Finance
Position #: 00850401 - Requisition #: 40460
Applications will not be
accepted through this website or by Human Resources. Please direct all applications, nominations, inquiries, and questions to
Shannon Yeatman, Spencer Stuart Consultant, at syeatman@spencerstuart.com.
Spencer Stuart is assisting the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus with this search. Applications will be reviewed
immediately until the position is filled.
The Executive Vice Dean (EVD) for Finance and
Administration is the senior-most executive responsible for leading the organization's financial operations. This individual serves as a
strategic partner to the senior leadership team. The position oversees the financial health of CU Medicine, the region's largest and most
comprehensive multispecialty physician group practice. CU Medicine is an international authority and a leading academic medical and research
institution. The position serves as the School of Medicine's chief financial and administrative executive, reporting directly to the Dean.
The School of Medicine (SOM) is the largest school on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
The EVD provides strategic
leadership for the SOM across financial planning, research administration, clinical enterprise finance, facilities and capital planning, IT,
HR, compliance, risk management, investments, and operational services.
The EVD provides enterprise-wide financial leadership for CU
Medicine translating complex revenue streams, clinical operations, and academic mission requirements into a fiscal strategy that ensures
long-term organizational sustainability and positions the institution for continued growth across its clinical, research and educational
enterprise.
The EVD partners with executive leadership of CU Anschutz, UCHealth, University of Colorado Hospital, Children's Hospital
Colorado, National Jewish Hospital, Denver Health, and other key affiliates to advance the School's academic, clinical, research, and
community missions.
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership & Planning
*
Serve as the senior administrative and fiscal executive in the SOM and for the CU Medicine Faculty Practice for financial matters, policy
development, and program evaluation.
* Lead development and oversight of multi-year financial strategies aligned with School and Practice
priorities, including scenario planning, sensitivity analyses, and contingency strategies.
* Direct long-range operating and capital
planning processes; lead prioritization of investments (faculty hires, research infrastructure, facilities, IT).
* Oversee all fiscal
affairs of the SOM and CU Medicine, including preparation and oversight of the operating budget, monitoring cash flow and expenditure plans,
fund management, and grants and contracts management.
* Establish and monitor KPIs and financial dashboards to track margin, liquidity,
sponsored program yield, clinical revenue performance, and return on investment for major initiatives.
* Advise the Dean and leadership
on tuition, clinical revenue-sharing models, indirect cost recovery strategies, and financial implications of academic program
decisions.
Budgeting, Accounting & Financial Operations
* Oversee School and CU Medicine annual and interim
budgeting cycles, departmental budget development, real-time budget monitoring, reporting, forecasting, and adjustment adhering to Campus
processes and University/Regent policies
* Organize the faculty salary negotiation process for the School and direct the preparation of
the salary recommendation reports for the Dean and CU Anschutz Chancellor, review/approval prior to submission to CU President and
Regents
* Optimize revenue cycle functions for compliance and with attention to patient experience for CU Medicine.
* Align with
University and Campus policies to Implement and maintain strong internal controls, account reconciliations, and segregation of duties to
safeguard School of Medicine assets.
* Oversee compensation model modernization/redesign, with an aim to improve centralization and
standardization of budget reporting across all departments.
* Exert oversight over all financial and operational aspects within CU
Medicine by providing direct oversight to the CFO and CEO of the organization.
Sponsored Programs & Research
Administration
* In coordination with the Chancellor's leadership team including the Executive Vice Chancellor's office, provide
enterprise oversight for School pre-award and post-award functions: proposal budgeting, compliance review, effort reporting, cost transfers,
and financial reporting to sponsors.
* Monitor federal funding support for research, regulatory, and governmental changes, and quantify
the impact on the School.
* Optimize indirect cost rate recovery, reconcile sponsored awards, and lead resolution of audit findings
(sponsor and federal).
* Partner with grant managers, PIs, and central research administration to streamline processes, implement best
practices, and improve sponsor relations.
Clinical Enterprise Finance & Contracting
* Partner with CU Medicine,
UCHealth, University of Colorado Hospital, Children's Hospital Colorado, National Jewish Hospital, Denver Health, Veterans Administration
Hospital and other key affiliates to align financial models for clinical services, faculty compensation plans, and joint ventures.
* Lead
analysis and negotiation support for clinical contracts, reimbursement arrangements, value-based payment models, and practice plan financial
agreements.
Facilities, Capital Projects & Space Management
* Collaborate with campus on SOM capital planning and
project prioritization. Participate in broader campus facility and capital projects. Oversight of School of Medicine projects for spaces
requiring renovation and construction in direct partnership with campus facilities and institutional planning offices.
* Oversee space
allocation policies, lease negotiations, facilities, operations budgeting, and coordination with campus facilities, controller and safety
teams for SOM space.
* Ensure capital projects comply with university procurement, contracting, and state regulatory requirements.
Information Technology & Business Systems
* Ensure reliable financial reporting infrastructure, data security,
role-based access, and user training to support decentralized units.
Human Resources & Organizational
Effectiveness
* Support administrative HR strategy for finance and operations units: workforce planning, talent acquisition,
performance management, succession planning, and compensation oversight for administrative roles adhering to University, Regent and campus
policies
* Partner with Campus Central HR on faculty/staff hiring policies, labor relations where applicable, and training programs to
build administrative capacity.
Risk Management, Compliance & Audit
* Lead enterprise risk assessments for
financial, operational, and compliance exposures; design mitigation strategies and monitor implementation adhering to campus, CU and Regent
policies
* Coordinate internal and external audits; ensure timely remediation of findings and compliance with federal, state, and
sponsor regulations (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance).
* Oversee privacy, information-security coordination with campus IT/security and
FERPA/HIPAA compliance where applicable.
Governance, Policy & Shared Decision-Making
* Participate in senior
governance forums, serve on committees (finance, compensation, effort, strategic hiring, investment/capital), and develop financial policies
consistent with university and Regent policies.
* Support department chairs and center directors with financial policy interpretation,
dispute resolution, and decision support.
Philanthropy, Endowments & Foundation Relations
* Collaborate with
development officers on gift accounting, endowment spend policy, restricted fund management, and stewardship reporting.
* Provide
financial due diligence for major gifts, scholarship funds, clinical chairs, and endowed positions.
Transformation,
Continuous Improvement & Analytics
* Lead finance transformation initiatives: process reengineering, shared services
optimization, automation (RPA), and deployment of analytics for decision support.
* Identify cost-saving and revenue-growth
opportunities; develop business cases and lead implementation of approved initiatives.
Leadership, Relationship Management &
Culture
* Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing administrative team; build a culture of service, transparency,
accountability, and continuous learning.
* Operate effectively in a matrixed environment, influencing without direct authority, building
consensus across departments, hospitals, campus units, and external partners.
* Serve as a trusted advisor to the Dean, Executive Vice
Deans, and faculty, demonstrating high emotional intelligence, collaborative problem-solving, and excellent communication skills.
*
Provide creative and thoughtful leadership for the development of funding, compensation, and resources allocation strategies and policies
which enable and enhance the SOM's research, teaching, and clinical missions.
Onsite -
this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado
Minimum Qualifications:
* MBA required
* Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible
leadership experience in finance and administration within academic health centers, medical schools, or comparable complex
healthcare/academic organizations.
* Demonstrated experience managing finances and strategy for a school or unit of similar size and
complexity (clinical, research, educational missions).
* Proven track record in budget development, long-range financial modeling,
capital planning, and sponsored programs administration.
* Thorough knowledge of university and healthcare financial systems, federal
research funding rules (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance), clinical enterprise finance, and applicable regulations.
* Strong analytical skills
and fluency with modern financial systems and business intelligence tools.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication
ability
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred
Qualifications:
* CPA, FACHE and/or other relevant certifications.
* Experience with large, matrixed
organizations and multiple reporting lines across academic and clinical settings.
* Prior engagement with philanthropic financial
structures, endowment management, or foundation relationships.
* Experience in change management, enterprise system implementations, or
major financial transformations.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategy into actionable financial plans and
measurable outcomes.
* High emotional intelligence: empathy, self-awareness, resilience, and the ability to foster trust and
collaboration across diverse constituencies.
* Skilled communicator and negotiator, comfortable presenting complex financial information
to varied audiences (faculty, clinical leaders, trustees, government/regulatory bodies).
* Proven ability to lead in a matrixed
environment-influencing without direct authority, building consensus, and managing cross-functional priorities.
* Results-oriented,
decisive, and accountable, with a commitment to shared governance and academic values.
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
* Understanding of academic medicine, medical school priorities, healthcare policy, and the
healthcare delivery environment.
* Strategic and operational leadership with the ability to balance immediate needs while developing and
implementing long-term solutions.
* Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, drive organizational improvement, and execute results in
a dynamic environment.
* Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and change management skills, with a proactive and solutions-oriented
mindset.
* Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and perform effectively under
pressure.
* Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills, fostering trust, collaboration, and accountability
across diverse constituencies.
* Effective communicator and presenter with demonstrated ability to facilitate transparent, timely, and
impactful communication.
* Collaborative leadership style with experience working successfully in highly matrixed and complex
organizations.
* Ability to inspire, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams while promoting a positive and productive
culture.
* Demonstrated ability to build credibility and influence among senior leaders, faculty, physicians, administrators, and
external stakeholders.
* Commitment to transparency, service excellence, and continuous improvement in support of organizational goals
and mission.
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A
letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position - Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile
number if appropriate), and email address
Spencer Stuart is assisting The University of Colorado Anschutz in this search. Questions
or application materials should be submitted to Spencer Stuart through Shannon Yeatman, Syeatman@spencerstuart.com.
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference
will be given to complete applications received by July 24, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be
considered.
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as $750,000 - $1,000,000.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and
reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation,
depending on the level.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous
leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are
treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with
disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act,
please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a
safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background
investigations for all prospective employees.
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination
against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you
work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz,
you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or
volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll
in the occupational health medical
surveillance program.
Job Category
: Executive Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med
Campus or Denver - 20029 - SOM-DEAN DO ADMINISTRATION Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Jul 10, 2026 Unposting
Date
: Ongoing Position Number: 00850401
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