Senior Finance Leader, University Budget & Operations

Athens State University; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens State University seeks an experienced leader to serve as Assistant Vice President for Financial Affairs/Business Manager. You will oversee budgeting, accounting, payroll, procurement, and auxiliary services, reporting to the Vice President for Financial Affairs.

The role emphasizes strong internal controls, policy development, and external audits. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree or CPA/CMA certification and at least five years in accounting and finance with supervisory

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or CPA/CMA certification required.
• Minimum five years in accounting and finance operations with supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management oversight for accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting functions.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, procurement, and fixed assets.
• Ensure compliance with GASB, FASB, and other accounting standards and audits.
• Develop and monitor internal controls and financial policies.
• Coordinate debt management, investments, cash flow, and banking relationships.
• Present financial information to the Vice President and Board of Trustees.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Accounting

Payroll

Procurement

Auditing

Education

Master’s degree or CPA/CMA

Job description

Athens State University seeks an experienced leader to serve as Assistant Vice President for Financial Affairs/Business Manager. You will oversee budgeting, accounting, payroll, procurement, and auxiliary services, reporting to the Vice President for Financial Affairs.

The role emphasizes strong internal controls, policy development, and external audits. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree or CPA/CMA certification and at least five years in accounting and finance with supervisory