Executive Director Of Business And Finance, Agresearch: University Of Institute Of Agriculture

University of Tennessee

Knoxville, TN, United States
Fully remote
Fiscal management and strategic planning
Leadership and conflict resolution skills
Gaap, far, uniform guidance compliance
The Executive Director of Business and Finance serves as the chief fiscal officer for UT AgResearch, managing annual financial operations of over $90 million and providing strategic fiscal, HR, and operational direction

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director of Business and Finance serves as the chief fiscal officer for UT AgResearch, managing annual financial operations of over $90 million and providing strategic fiscal, HR, and operational direction.
  • This senior leadership position is accountable for the overall financial performance and health of UT AgResearch, ensuring compliance with various regulations and providing guidance to key stakeholders.
  • Responsibilities include managing operating budgets, federal appropriations, sponsored projects accounting, and developing business procedures to support effective operations.

Matching Summary

The Executive Director of Business and Finance serves as the chief fiscal officer for UT AgResearch, managing annual financial operations of over $90 million and providing strategic fiscal, HR, and operational direction.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fiscal management and strategic planning
  • Leadership and conflict resolution skills
  • GAAP, FAR, Uniform Guidance compliance
  • Federal appropriation fund management
  • Sponsored projects accounting oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Adapt policies to new situations
  • Operate effectively in interdisciplinary setting
  • Sound, balanced judgment in decision-making
  • Trustworthy and dependable

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Six years of progressively responsible budget, finance, and accounting experience
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the US

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