Senior Director of Financial Reporting and Compliance

Job Title

Senior Director of Financial Reporting and Compliance

Department

Controllers Office

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$100,000

Position Salary Maximum

135,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-04-01

Job Description Summary

Lead all university and foundation accounting operations, including general ledger oversight, financial reporting, compliance, and audit management. Ensure adherence to GAAP, GASB, and FASB standards while driving process improvements, financial analysis, and strategic reporting. Supervise general accounting, tax, and investment functions.
Key

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct accounting operations across all fund types (operating, plant, restricted, loan, agency, and auxiliary funds), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls

• Oversee monthly close processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, system interfaces (AP, payroll, bursar), and fixed asset accounting

• Manage annual year-end close, general ledger roll-forward, and financial statement preparation for the university and foundation

• Lead external audit process; coordinate schedules, respond to auditor requests, and support preparation of audited financial statements and annual reports

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, and FASB; evaluate and implement new accounting standards

• Oversee state reporting (HEI, ODHE, Senate Bill 6 ratios)

• Serve as chart of accounts administrator, maintaining structure, governance, and documentation

• Lead Workday financial processes, reporting development, and user training initiatives

• Conduct financial forecasting, analysis, and ad hoc reporting to support institutional decision-making

• Lead and participate in process improvement initiatives (LEAN), enhancing efficiency and reducing costs

• Oversee NCAA audit and agreed-upon procedures reporting

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Accounting Officer

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field AND 8+ years of progressive accounting or auditing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or Master’s degree

• Higher education and fund accounting experience

• Experience with financial planning and forecasting

• ERP experience (Workday preferred)

• 3+ years of supervisory experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, FASB, and financial statement preparation

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

resume and cover letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
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