Strategic Assistant Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 122,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Assistant Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting to lead the Control & Reporting and Student Financial Accounting teams. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, reconcile funds, and drive process improvements while reporting to the Director.

You will guide staff, perform period-end closings, and collaborate with university leadership on finance initiatives, ensuring accurate financial data and effective training for department

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of relevant work experience.
• CPA certification preferred or required depending on role.
• Experience with complex financial reconciliations.
• Experience with ERP Finance Systems and advanced Excel.
• Experience managing employees and leading teams.
• Experience presenting to executives is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Control & Reporting and Student Financial Accounting teams.
• Ensure timely period-end closing reconciliations and schedules.
• Maintain internal controls and update policies as needed.
• Perform department-level trend analyses and reporting.
• Contribute to special projects and long-range planning.
• Design and present financial training for department admins.
• Represent the Director in meetings with university management.
• Develop relationships with department finance personnel for efficient reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree (preferred)

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP Finance Systems

Workday Financial

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Assistant Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting to lead the Control & Reporting and Student Financial Accounting teams. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, reconcile funds, and drive process improvements while reporting to the Director.

You will guide staff, perform period-end closings, and collaborate with university leadership on finance initiatives, ensuring accurate financial data and effective training for department