Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $55,000 - $70,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site
Philanthropic finance
Financial operations
University business policies & procedures
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Assistant Director of Philanthropic Finance for its Division of Intercollegiate Athletics, responsible for supporting financial operations and enhancing the student-athlete experience. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in business or finance, with two years of relevant experience, and a commitment to the mission of intercollegiate athletics

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA, and ultimately this position will help foster a life-changing experience for student-athletes.
  • The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.
  • The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security.

Matching Summary

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The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Assistant Director of Philanthropic Finance for its Division of Intercollegiate Athletics, responsible for supporting financial operations and enhancing the student-athlete experience. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in business or finance, with two years of relevant experience, and a commitment to the mission of intercollegiate athletics.

Salary

Base: $55,000 - $70,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Tuition waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Philanthropic Finance
  • Financial Operations
  • University Business Policies & Procedures
  • Independent Judgment

Nice-to-have

  • Championship Mindset
  • Life-changing student-athlete experience
  • Empathy and respect
  • Community, inclusivity, and belonging

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related field
  • Two years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience
  • Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or athletics-related field (preferred)
  • Five years of business work experience within intercollegiate athletics (preferred)
  • Familiarity with Banner, Paciolan, and TED/Blackbaud software (preferred)

Work Rights

Not specified

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