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The Director of Finance and Operations reports to the Business Operations and Analysis leadership team and provides leadership and oversight for financial management, human resources, and operational finance functions across the assigned units. This role is responsible for leading a team that serves academic and administrative units, including a manager(s) and multiple business officers, ensuring all financial and HR transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner. The Director is the primary knowledge expert for their unit's budgets and financial forecasting/budgeting.
Job Responsibility
Lead and manage a cross-functional team responsible for executing financial, payroll, and HR transactions, ensuring high performance, accountability, and a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Ensure operational accuracy and compliance by maintaining high standards for transaction timeliness, financial integrity, and adherence to university policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards
Oversee financial planning and performance by developing, monitoring, and adjusting budgets and forecasts for assigned units to support informed decision-making and fiscal responsibility
Serve as the subject matter expert on financial operations, providing leadership with detailed insights into budget status, tuition and discount management (as applicable), and overall financial health
Partner with leadership on budget development and resource allocation, delivering data-driven analysis and ensure budgets align with institutional strategy and remain compliant throughout the fiscal year
Maintain audit readiness and operational integrity by preparing documentation, supporting audits and reviews, and proactively resolving financial or compliance issues
Collaborate closely with leadership to foster a high-performing team environment and cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
Ability to work on campus 4 days a week (one remote) in an open office concept
Minimum 4-7 years of progressively responsible experience in financial and administrative leadership roles
Demonstrated experience managing budgets and supervising multi-layered teams
Nice to have
Advanced degree/certification (MBA, MPA, CPA or similar)
Over 8 years of progressive financial leadership with increasing responsibility for team management
Experience in higher education or similarly complex organizations
Familiarity with Banner, Salesforce, PeopleSoft, or similar ERP systems