Sr. Director, Finance And Administration, Academic Affairs

American University

Washington, DC, US
$125,000.00 - $165,000.00 annually; not specified;...
Hybrid (on campus 3-4 days/week)
Financial reporting and budget development
Data analysis and compliance
Grants and contracts management
American University is seeking a Senior Director of Finance and Administration for Academic Affairs, responsible for overseeing financial and administrative operations within the Provost's Office. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in budgeting, accounting, and leadership in an educational setting, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and strategic planning

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director oversees the administration of financial, facilities, and human resource operations for Academic Affairs under the Provost’s Office, supporting the management of all Provost Division funds (operating budget over $350 million).
  • Key responsibilities include financial reporting, budget development, data analysis, compliance, grants and contracts, space and personnel management, and leading the reconciliation of the full American University faculty roster annually.
  • The position offers a hybrid work modality (on campus 3-4 days/week) and a competitive benefits package.

Matching Summary

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American University is seeking a Senior Director of Finance and Administration for Academic Affairs, responsible for overseeing financial and administrative operations within the Provost's Office. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in budgeting, accounting, and leadership in an educational setting, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and strategic planning.

Salary

$125,000.00 - $165,000.00 annually; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial reporting and budget development
  • Data analysis and compliance
  • Grants and contracts management
  • Space and personnel management
  • Oversight for Provost area unit budgets
  • Financial models and forecasting

Nice-to-have

  • Championing customer needs
  • Evaluating and implementing ideas
  • Building and supporting teams
  • Cross functional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or equivalent
  • 8 - 10 years of progressive experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-million dollar budgets
  • Familiarity with university environment

Work Rights

Not specified

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