Director of Financial Operations - Higher Ed ERP Leader

Schenectady County Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Schenectady County Community College seeks a Director of Business Operations in the Administration and Finance Department. The Director reports to the Vice President and supervises AP, payroll and GL, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, regulatory reports, audits liaison, ERP system integrity, budgeting and staff leadership. This is a professional, 12-month position with a supervisory team of five.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business admin required.
• Seven+ years in finance and accounting experience.
• Five+ years in a managerial role with supervisory responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable, general ledger, payroll and cash management.
• Prepare financial statements and internal/external reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable laws and policies.
• Liaise with audits and ERP system governance.
• Lead budgeting, reporting and staff supervision.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team management

Financial systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration

Master's degree in finance or business

Tools

Ellucian/Banner

Job description

SUNY Schenectady County Community College seeks a Director of Business Operations in the Administration and Finance Department. The Director reports to the Vice President and supervises AP, payroll and GL, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, regulatory reports, audits liaison, ERP system integrity, budgeting and staff leadership. This is a professional, 12-month position with a supervisory team of five.