She manages and oversees the daily agenda for Kenneth A. In addition, Jessica supervises the Office Assistant and the student assistants. Jessica works closely with the CFO and the Associate VP of Business and Finance on special projects within Finance & Administration.
In this role she processes and monitors Purchases Orders, Pro Card Transactions, travel reimbursements, office supplies, materials purchases, and monetary expenditures from all Foundation and University accounts. Jessica serves as the HR Liaison and handles HR related issues across all units within the CFO’s purview. He partners with Ciscos Sales and Marketing leadership globally to deliver profitable growth. She oversees the overall daily function of the Office of Finance and Administration. Girish Parekh is Senior Vice President of Sales Finance. Castro, Special Assistant to the directs the operational and human resource function of the unit. Finally, she manages preparation for the Board of Governors meetings for areas reporting to the CFO/Senior VP of Finance and Administration. Prepares all materials, agenda, talking points, and summary reports and ensure that all materials are in order for CFO Trustee briefings. She also manages and coordinates Board of Trustee (BOT) preparation for areas reporting to the CFO/Senior VP of Finance and Administration. She serves as the Executive Area Budget Manager for departments within the Division of Finance and Administration and works closely with the CFO on strategic planning and team objectives. Ivette Capote, Financial Analyst assists the CFO in allocating revenue by reviewing and analyzing budget forecasts, budget variances and strategic initiatives to help ensure that appropriate financial resources are dedicated to the key strategic themes and objectives of the University.
The following officers report directly to the Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration and CFO: Associate Vice President Business & Finance, University Controller, University Treasurer, and Associate Vice President Facilities Management. Kenneth Jessell provides leadership in the administration of all financial operations including: Office of Business & Finance, Controllers, and Treasury as well as Facilities Management. Kenneth Jessell, Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration (CFO/SVP). The Office of Finance and Administration is led by Dr. As of October 1st, 2019, Jalal Gseir will step into the role as Senior Vice President of Finance in Kongsberg Digital.