Director of Campus Accounting

Georgetown University; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a Director of Campus Accounting to oversee the Campus Accounting Department, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate monthly and year-end closes. The role is hybrid, located in the Milwaukee area, with oversight of financial statements, audits, and internal controls.

The position requires CPA and 8–10 years of progressive accounting leadership within higher education or nonprofit settings, plus strong analytical and communication skills to interface with university

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Master degree in Accounting or MBA is desirable.
• Minimum eight to ten years progressive experience in financial accounting, reporting, and audit.
• Experience in a complex higher educational institution or not-for-profit organization with staff supervision.
• CPA required.
• Excellent analytical and written & oral communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the Campus Accounting Department operations and GAAP compliance.
• Prepare campus financial statements, supporting schedules, and analyses.
• Serve as the principal accounting liaison for campus activities.
• Develop internal controls and ensure compliance across campus.
• Lead staff, manage personnel issues, and communicate effectively with management.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master degree in Accounting or MBA

Job description

Director of Campus Accounting

Hybrid

2115 Wisconsin Ave G1 Floor

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

Reporting to the University’s Assistant Controller, the Director of Campus Accounting (“the Director”) is responsible for overseeing and directing the operation of the Campus Accounting Department which includes: financial statements reporting; various audits; general ledger accounting; fund accounting; procard card, and other electronic funds reconciliations; and internal controls and compliance. The Director is responsible for ensuring campus compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) and is responsible for the interpretation and application of the University’s financial policies and procedures. The Director is the principal accounting liaison for all campus accounting activities, including overseeing the completion of the monthly and year-end financial close process and preparation of campus financial statements, supporting schedules and analyses, therefore, it is imperative that the Director have an excellent understanding of GAAP. In addition, the Director must have an understanding of AICPA audit requirements and complex automated accounting systems. The Director must remain aware of developments that are applicable to the University, assess University exposure, and bring these assessments and action plan proposals to management. The Director is responsible for reviewing, assessing, implementing, and enforcing the internal controls over financial reporting and ensuring that the policies and procedures are up-to-date, relevant, and complied with. The Director is responsible for the analysis of financial information through the use of queries, spreadsheets, databases, and other reporting tools for trend analyses, forecasts, and financial ratios. The Director must possess quality management and leadership skills that will assist the staff to accomplish objectives and direct the department in a way that makes it more cohesive and coherent. The Director must be able to handle complex personnel issues that may arise and the ability to communicate effectively and discipline when necessary.

Work Interactions

This is a highly technical position with a far-reaching impact on the University. The Director of Campus Accounting reports to the Assistant Controller within the Office of the CFO of the University but has a wide-ranging scope of relationships both internal and external to the University. This position requires strong technical accounting and financial expertise, leadership and good judgment that are critical to the department’s success. The position must develop an atmosphere of teamwork within the department and commit retention and cross training for the benefit of both campus accounting staff and the University in an ever changing environment. The Director provides leadership to other professionals in the Office of the CFO and works closely with, senior University administrators, departmental professionals and other University staff on a wide variety of financial initiatives. This position plays a key strategic role in identifying, developing and implementing internal controls, financial standards, policies, and procedures for the entire University.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• Master degree in Accounting or MBA is desirable
• Minimum eight to ten years progressive experience in financial accounting, reporting, and audit
• Experience to include a complex higher educational institution or not-for-profit organization and staff supervision
• Experience in other organizations of similar size and complexity may be substituted
• CPA required
• Excellent analytical and written & oral communication skills required, as well as attention to detail.

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $103,723.00 - $202,778.93

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.