Athletics CFO & Strategy Leader

UC Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 108,100 - 204,900; Full time

Job summary

UC Santa Barbara's Intercollegiate Athletics department seeks a Deputy Athletic Director for Business Strategy/CFO to lead financial and operational functions, guide multi-year sustainability, oversee budgets and revenue streams, and align NCAA NIL strategy with campus goals.

This senior role reports to the Athletic Director, requiring extensive higher education finance and leadership experience, with flexibility for after-hours work to meet reporting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience with financial data management and reporting systems.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet and database software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and manage a team.
• Knowledge of fund accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial and operational planning for Intercollegiate Athletics.
• Oversee budget development and revenue streams, including NIL strategy guidance.
• Advise Athletic Director on financial matters and contracts.
• Coordinate strategic planning with campus partners.
• Ensure internal controls and compliance for university resources.

Skills

Financial processes

Spreadsheet software

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Fund accounting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related area

Equivalent experience or training

Tools

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

UC Santa Barbara's Intercollegiate Athletics department seeks a Deputy Athletic Director for Business Strategy/CFO to lead financial and operational functions, guide multi-year sustainability, oversee budgets and revenue streams, and align NCAA NIL strategy with campus goals.

This senior role reports to the Athletic Director, requiring extensive higher education finance and leadership experience, with flexibility for after-hours work to meet reporting deadlines.