Strategic Finance & Operations Lead

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University seeks an experienced financial operations professional to manage and oversee the budget for a large division or unit. You will conduct forecasting, financial reporting, and ensure compliant handling of funds, while directing staff as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting and at least five years of related experience, with preference for advanced degrees and prior budget leadership in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.
• Five years related work experience.
• Knowledge of management and finance principles, including budgeting.
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees financial operations, activities and budget of the division/department.
• Performs comprehensive analyses to optimize resource use.
• Ensures fiduciary, operational and transactional compliance and accuracy.
• Interprets and applies applicable policies and procedures.
• Reviews forecasts and cost analyses to track progress toward goals.
• May supervise staff and provide training and mentoring.
• Develops and implements internal financial policies and procedures.
• Advises leadership on financial matters.

Skills

Budgeting

Finance principles

Excel

Communication skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or related field

Advanced degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Kennesaw State University seeks an experienced financial operations professional to manage and oversee the budget for a large division or unit. You will conduct forecasting, financial reporting, and ensure compliant handling of funds, while directing staff as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting and at least five years of related experience, with preference for advanced degrees and prior budget leadership in higher education.