Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Reporting

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Reporting to lead financial operations for the Terry College of Business. You will supervise five Financial Team Leads and partner with the Administrative Financial Director on reporting, controls, and risk management.

The role emphasizes strategic analysis, staff development, and proactive problem solving to optimize financial stewardship across multiple units. This is a full-time, on-site position in Athens.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for financial reporting and workload management across 20+ departments.
• supervise five Financial Team Leads and ensure effective service delivery.
• Develop dashboards and monitor budget execution and financial controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Excel

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Posting Details

Working Title: Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Reporting

Department: Terry-Business Office

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Typically, Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Advertised Salary: $80,000 + commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 09/16/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 11/01/2026

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR [e-mail].

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title: Accounting Supervisor

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience

Position Summary: The Assistant Director of the Terry Business Office provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the College's financial business operations. The position supervises five Financial Team Leads, supports consistent and effective service delivery across more than 20 academic departments and units, and provides leadership in workload management, staff development, process improvement, and resolution of complex financial and operational issues. The Assistant Director also provides strategic analysis and support to the Administrative Financial Director, with responsibility for financial reporting, service-level monitoring, process and compliance improvement, and proactive identification of operational risks. The position serves as the Terry College liaison and subject matter expert for UGA Foundation financial matters and supports initiatives that strengthen financial stewardship, operational efficiency, internal controls, and coordination across the Terry Business Office. Primary Responsibilities: The following list is not considered all-encompassing and is subject to change as needed to meet the goals of the Business Office and the Terry College of Business.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices pertaining to UGA policies, procedures, and college operations.
• High level of technical skills and aptitude, especially with University systems and Excel.
• Extensive knowledge of university budget and accounting rules.
• Skilled in process design & development.
• Strong leadership & communication skills.
• High commitment to Customer Service and continuous Improvement.

Physical Demands

Working in a normal office environment.

Position Considerations

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? Yes

Credit and P-Card Policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Supervision of the Terry Financial Team Leads

• Direct personnel management: Plan, organize, and evaluate the day-to-day activities of the five Financial Team Leads, including their oversight and supervision of the respective Business Operations Partners.
• Performance and development: Recruit, hire, train, and motivate staff. Conduct regular performance evaluations, make salary recommendations, and facilitate professional development to ensure a high-functioning team.

Percentage of time: 30%

Team Workload, Service Delivery & Departmental Liaison

• Workload and productivity: Perform regular workload assessments and monitor productivity to ensure equitable distribution of tasks and consistency in service delivery across all teams.
• Liaison and support: Provide high-level assistance in analyzing and resolving complex fiscal issues for the 20+ academic departments and units supported by the Terry Business Office.

Percentage of time: 10%

Strategic Reporting and Director Assistance

• Business Intelligence: Develop and maintain data dashboards for budget execution, staffing, and other data to support short-term actions and long-range goals.
• SLA monitoring: Build systematic monitoring tools to track turnaround times and standard service compliance across all TBO Financial Teams, establishing a monthly dashboard for leadership to track progress.
• Anomaly detection: Proactively identify and analyze organizational or system anomalies affecting payroll or financial operations.
• Budgetary support: Assist the Administrative Financial Director with budget planning and annual data reporting, and provide advanced research and analysis as needed.

Percentage of time: 30%

Foundation Financial Oversight

• Foundation liaison: Serve as the Terry College financial liaison to the UGA Foundation and act as the subject matter expert on foundation systems. Coordinate with the Terry Office of Development and Alumni Relations to develop new accounts and update existing accounts.
• Fund utilization: Maintain a standing list of foundation accounts with no spending and proactively contact spending authorities for under-spent accounts to ensure effective resource utilization.
• Strategic consolidation: Coordinate actions to consolidate accounts with expired purposes or infrequent spending.
• Endowment oversight: Act as the primary Business Office liaison for new professorships, endowments, scholarships, and other funds assigned to the college. Ensure timely communication to affected teams and units, coordinate implementation activities, and support the effective administration and utilization of funds.

Percentage of time: 20%

Special Projects and Process Improvement

• Process improvement pipeline: Lead the office in building and managing a formal improvement backlog, converting ideas into implemented and measured deliverables.
• University-level representation: Represent the Terry College on university-level committees and serve in ad-hoc leadership roles to ensure college interests align with central fiscal policies.
• Cross-functional project support: Assist the Administrative Financial Director with special projects and initiatives, outside the scope of budget and reporting duties above, to improve business operations.

Percentage of time: 10%