Finance Director: Budgeting, Compliance & Board Reporting

Lake Michigan College; Benton Harbor (MI); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 96 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Extensive paid time off

Employer retirement contribution

Résumé du poste

Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the accounting function, ensure MUFR compliance, and deliver accurate financial reporting. The role oversees month-end close, budget processes, audits, and staff supervision, with a focus on internal controls and regulatory compliance.

A CPA/CMA is preferred and ERP/Banner experience is valued. On-site work is required with a strong emphasis on collaboration with executives and departments to maintain fiscal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• At least 4 years of accounting experience required; public accounting experience highly preferred.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Technologically savvy with data management and manipulation expertise.
• Working knowledge of an ERP system; Banner preferred.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills; advanced skills preferred.

Responsabilités

• Supervise Accounting Team Operations – Directly supervise Payroll Accountant, Accounts Payable Accountant, and General Accountant, ensuring efficiency, internal controls, and deadlines.
• Coordinate Month-End Close Activities – Oversee month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and reviews.
• Coordinate Annual Budget Process – Oversee budget files, maintain Budget Calendar, and produce P&L reports after uploads.
• Ensure Accuracy of Financial Data – Review and verify integrity of data before reporting.
• Maintain Internal Calendar of Key Deadlines – Communicate a consolidated calendar of financial tasks.
• Lead Preparation of Financial Statements & Board Reports – Compile, prepare, and review statements for executive review.
• Reconciliation Oversight – Ensure critical reconciliations are completed monthly and investigate discrepancies.
• Develop and Maintain Accounting Procedures – Draft and standardize procedures across payroll, payables, and general accounting.
• Coordinate Audit Documentation – Liaise with external auditors for documentation.
• Monitor and Enforce Compliance with Financial Policies – Ensure adherence and update where needed.
• Support System Maintenance and Upgrades – Work with IT to ensure ERP systems support workflows.
• Provide Operational Financial Guidance – Advise departments on budgeting, coding, and grants.

Connaissances

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Organization

Prioritization

Confidentiality

Formation

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Outils

Banner ERP

Excel

Description du poste

Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the accounting function, ensure MUFR compliance, and deliver accurate financial reporting. The role oversees month-end close, budget processes, audits, and staff supervision, with a focus on internal controls and regulatory compliance.

A CPA/CMA is preferred and ERP/Banner experience is valued. On-site work is required with a strong emphasis on collaboration with executives and departments to maintain fiscal