Director Of Finance And Administration

merrill.umd.edu

College Park, MD, USA
Base: $112,120 – $134,544; bonus/equity: not speci...
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7+ years budgetary management experience
5+ years supervisory experience
Knowledge of federal uniform guidance regulations
** The University of Maryland is seeking a Director of Finance and Administration for its College of Agriculture and Natural Resources to oversee financial, administrative, and personnel management functions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in budget management and leadership within an educational setting, specifically in compliance and fiscal operations. **

Job Summary

  • The Director of Finance and Administration will provide strategic financial guidance and leadership for the University of Maryland Extension's $23 million budget.
  • This role requires managing day-to-day business operations, including fiscal operations, fund management, procurement, and inventory across 30 offices statewide.
  • Candidates must demonstrate seven or more years of budgetary management experience and five years of supervisory experience in a progressively responsible position.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Maryland is seeking a Director of Finance and Administration for its College of Agriculture and Natural Resources to oversee financial, administrative, and personnel management functions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in budget management and leadership within an educational setting, specifically in compliance and fiscal operations. **

Salary

Base: $112,120 – $134,544; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Exempt benefits package included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years budgetary management experience
  • 5+ years supervisory experience
  • Knowledge of federal Uniform Guidance regulations
  • University accounting and internal control knowledge
  • Strategic financial planning and forecasting skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Land Grant Institutions
  • Workday software knowledge
  • Master's degree in Business or Finance
  • Higher education fiscal experience preferred
  • Ability to train staff on fiscal policies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
  • Ten years of professional accounting or finance experience
  • Five years of experience supervising professional staff
  • Demonstrable experience with federal regulations regarding fiscal management
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products and data analytics

Work Rights

Must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9)

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