Director of Campus Accounting

Georgetown University; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 104,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a Director of Campus Accounting who will oversee the Campus Accounting Department, ensuring GAAP compliance, financial statements reporting, audits, and internal controls. The role requires directing the monthly and year-end close, producing campus statements, schedules, and analyses while applying university financial policies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, CPA, and 8–10 years in higher education or not-for-profit financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Master degree in Accounting or MBA desirable
• CPA required; strong analytical and communication skills essential

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial statements reporting, audits, general ledger, fund accounting and procard reconciliations
• Ensure GAAP compliance and interpretation/application of university financial policies
• Lead monthly and year-end close processes and prepare campus financial statements and analyses
• Develop and enforce internal controls over financial reporting and update policies as needed

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master degree in Accounting or MBA

CPA

Job description

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 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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.

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.

We’re a leading research university with a heart. Founded in the decade that the U.S. Constitution was signed, we’re the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today we’re a forward-looking, diverse community devoted to social justice, restless inquiry and respect for each person’s individual needs and talents. Grounded in our Jesuit, Catholic identity, the Spirit of Georgetown undergirds everything we do. Watch this video to learn more. Learn how HR CARES for faculty and staff, nurturing an environment of mutual respect where imaginations flourish and ideas are realized to positively impact the world.

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.

We’re a leading research university with a heart. Founded in the decade that the U.S. Constitution was signed, we’re the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today we’re a forward-looking, diverse community devoted to social justice, restless inquiry and respect for each person’s individual needs and talents. Grounded in our Jesuit, Catholic identity, the Spirit of Georgetown undergirds everything we do. Watch this video to learn more. Learn how HR CARES for faculty and staff, nurturing an environment of mutual respect where imaginations flourish and ideas are realized to positively impact the world.

Need Assistance

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