Director, Endowment & Associated Entities

University of North Carolina at Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks a Director for the Office of Associated Entities, Foundations & Endowment to lead financial operations for affiliated entities and endowment resources. The role reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and collaborates with executive leadership to ensure financial integrity, transparency, and strategic resource allocation.

The Director will oversee accounting, investments, and related financial activities, while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Progressive experience in financial management, accounting, or related functions.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or governmental accounting.
• Experience with endowment or investment management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to the associated entities and the endowment's financial operations.
• Oversee accounting, investments, and related financial activities.
• Develop financial procedures and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and UNC System policies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification

Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or governmental accounting

Experience with endowment or investment management

Job description

University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks a Director for the Office of Associated Entities, Foundations & Endowment to lead financial operations for affiliated entities and endowment resources. The role reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and collaborates with executive leadership to ensure financial integrity, transparency, and strategic resource allocation.

The Director will oversee accounting, investments, and related financial activities, while ensuring compliance with