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Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Department of Chemistry has an international reputation for excellence in research across a broad array of disciplines, including analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, materials and physical chemistry. Ph.D. graduates receive world-class training, participate in cutting-edge (and often interdisciplinary) research projects, and are employed at all levels of academia and industry around the globe. The faculty also enjoy an award-winning reputation for teaching excellence. Undergraduate students benefit both from access to this classroom expertise and from a long tradition of substantive undergraduate participation in research. The Department’s research efforts are supported by a state-of-the-art Analytical Resources Core that provides 24/7 student access to shared instrumentation.

The Manager of Financial Operations (MFO) for the Department of Chemistry is responsible for the oversight and management of the department’s fiscal and budget operations. This position develops and manages all department budgets, totaling over $49 million and funded from multiple sources, including state-appropriated, start-up, retention, grant, recharge, and self-funded accounts. The MFO provides financial guidance for the department, and advises department members on State and University financial policies and procedures. The MFO develops and oversees the departmental accounting and purchasing processes with the Department Chair, and is responsible for monitoring transactions and ensuring appropriate internal controls are maintained.

The MFO acts as the Department’s expert on fiscal matters, and will consistently stay informed through consistent professional training of the ongoing changes in best practices, policies and laws within the University to ensure the Department is functioning in a proper, legal, and fiscally responsible manner. The MFO serves as the manager for the department’s accounting and grant proposal submission staff, and is responsible for staff development, performance management, employee relations, and recruitment and selection within the Accounting unit. The MFO provides critical budget forecasting by generating a five-year department operating budget. This forecasting tool enables the Chair to make informed decisions on financial issues such as hiring new employees, initiating renovation projects, and managing proposed university budget cuts.

A signing bonus of up to $2,500 may be considered for successful candidates. Please note, internal applicants are not eligible for signing bonuses.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement after a period of onboarding and training.

This position currently supervises three accounting tech positions and two research proposal coordinator positions.

Complete applications must include a cover letter which clearly addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of this position, a current resume, and names and contact information of three professional references. This posting will remain open until filled, but for full consideration, all materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on October 19, 2025. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you need assistance or an accommodation with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.