Director of Financial Services

Job Duties

• Provide hands-on leadership, direction, and accountability for a team overseeing general accounting, plant fund accounting, and accounts payable.
• Establish clear expectations, promote collaboration, and foster a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial statements, reconciliations, and internal and external financial reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors; coordinate annual audits, respond to audit findings, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Evaluate existing accounting processes and internal controls; identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance effectiveness and compliance.
• Ensure full compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, University policies, Regional University System requirements, State Board of Regents policies, Internal Revenue regulations, and applicable accounting standards.
• Oversee financial system integrations, including payroll system integration, ensuring data integrity and effective system use.
• Prepare and review required financial reports for internal stakeholders and external entities, including NCAA Compliance and OMES reporting.
• Balance strategic oversight with active involvement in operational work to ensure timely and accurate execution of departmental responsibilities.

Qualifications / Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field that provides extensive knowledge of fundamental accounting and financial principles.
• Demonstrated success in leadership and administration, with the ability to lead teams, manage change, and improve operations.
• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience, including responsibility for complex accounting functions, process improvement, and staff leadership.
• Proven ability to analyze problems, develop practical solutions, and implement improvements in a regulated environment.