Strategic Director, Financial Accounting & Reporting

Hawaii Pacific University; Honolulu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Pacific University seeks a strategic, collaborative Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting to ensure GAAP-compliant financial records, regulatory reporting, and strong internal controls. The role leads the GL, close processes, and audits, overseeing fund accounting, investments, leases and pledges to support the University’s mission.

The successful candidate will have a CPA, 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, and a proven ability to communicate with executives, boards,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field is required.
• CPA license is required.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, nonprofit accounting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the University’s general ledger accounting operations.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Coordinate annual external audits and reporting to lenders, bondholders and regulators.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, FASB standards, Uniform Guidance and nonprofit accounting requirements.
• Oversee fund accounting, investments, leases, and endowments reporting.
• Develop, implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures and internal controls.

Skills

US GAAP

Nonprofit accounting

Audit management

Financial systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field

CPA license

Job description

Hawaii Pacific University seeks a strategic, collaborative Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting to ensure GAAP-compliant financial records, regulatory reporting, and strong internal controls. The role leads the GL, close processes, and audits, overseeing fund accounting, investments, leases and pledges to support the University’s mission.

The successful candidate will have a CPA, 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, and a proven ability to communicate with executives, boards,