Strategic Finance & Operations Director

Ugajobsearch; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia’s Fanning Institute seeks an Administrative Financial Director to lead financial, HR, and administrative operations. You will oversee budgets, internal controls, and reporting, while guiding senior leadership and coordinating with central offices for compliance and strategic execution.

The role emphasizes continuous process improvement, risk management, and effective cross‑functional collaboration within a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience.
• Includes at least 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, HR processes, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance to the Institute Director and senior leadership on financial and administrative matters.
• Serves as liaison with central University offices (Legal, Finance, HR, Sponsored Projects).
• Reviews documents for accuracy, compliance, and timely submission to the Director.
• Prepares and analyzes financial and personnel information, forecasts and reports.
• Identifies risks and opportunities and recommends actions.
• Interprets university policies and provides guidance to leadership.

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

HR processes

ERP/PeopleSoft

Data reporting

Policy compliance

Process improvement

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

ERP systems

Job description

University of Georgia’s Fanning Institute seeks an Administrative Financial Director to lead financial, HR, and administrative operations. You will oversee budgets, internal controls, and reporting, while guiding senior leadership and coordinating with central offices for compliance and strategic execution.

The role emphasizes continuous process improvement, risk management, and effective cross‑functional collaboration within a dynamic university environment.