Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services

CT State Community College; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policies

Retirement plan options

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CT State Community College oversees the Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services in Norwalk, responsible for accounting, budgeting, and administrative functions across the college. The role emphasizes capital planning, grant accounting, procurement, and asset management.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in business/finance and 1–2 years of supervisory experience, with Banner and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance or related area.
• 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a fiscal or business office.
• Knowledge of Banner financial accounting system.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and management of financial resources.
• Oversee general accounting, capital planning, grant accounting.
• Manage Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and fixed assets.
• Supervise human resources and administrative services.
• Ensure compliance with state guidelines and auditing requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral and written communication

Supervision of human resources

Working with diverse backgrounds

Education

Master's degree in business, accounting, finance or related area

Tools

Banner financial accounting system

MS Office Suite

Job description

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State)was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State

Position Details

Posted:September 2, 2026

Level:Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position

Employment Type:Standard

Hours:Full-time, 35 hours per week

Anticipated Start Date:November 2026

Work Location:CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854)

Work Modality:On-site;Position is not remote

Closing Date:Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

Position Summary

The Associate Director is responsible for a wide range of accounting, finance and administrative services at a Community College.These services include several functional areas as assigned:General accounting management;Capital planning;Grant accounting;Travel and Professional Development;Accounts Receivable and Billing;Procurement and Accounts Payable;Fixed Assets management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Campus Operations or other Administrator, the Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services is accountable for the management of the College’s financial and physical resources through effective performance in these essential functional areas

Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic planning
• Management of financial resources
• Management of physical resources
• Management of administrative services

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance or a related area and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a Fiscal or Business Office and up to two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Banner financial accounting system
• Fixed asset management
• Business Office operation including procurement and Accounts Payable
• Grant accounting
• Cashier’s/Bursar’s Office and accounts receivable functions
• State travel and professional development guidelines
• Supervision of human resources
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with state agencies and other external organizations in contract and grant compliance
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with budgets and planning.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary$78,380 approximate annual

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.

• CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or traffickingor any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless theprovisionsofSection46a-80(b) or46a-81(b)of theConnecticutGeneral Statutes arecontrollingor there are bonafide occupational qualifications excluding personsin one oftheabove protectedgroups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact [e-mail]

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.