Associate Director,Finance and Planning Job Blacksburg area,Virginia USA,Finance & Banking

Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Director, Finance and Planning to join the Student Affairs’ Finance and Planning team in Blacksburg, VA. This role plays a vital part in providing support across multiple Student Affairs departments, with a major focus on Residential, AEDS, Central, Communication, HR and IT with a secondary focus on Dining and E&G departments.

If you are a strategic leader with a superior orientation towards detail, action, solutions and quality, this could be the job for you!

Here’s what you need to know about the role

You’ll be joining the Finance and Planning team, a department committed to delivering exceptional financial stewardship and strategic support to enhance our division's impact.

You’ll be reporting to the Director of Finance, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment.

You’ll provide leadership in financial administration, foster teamwork and collaboration, and demonstrate a high commitment to customer service by applying extensive knowledge, skills and management experience in oversight of daily financial and administrative functions.

You’ll supervise staff; maintain and update monthly financial and budget reports; provide management and oversight of reconciliations for state and Foundational funds, payroll, purchase card activity and fixed assets; provide oversight for fiscal functions and business compliance and maintenance of internal controls; provide training on new business systems and proactively monitor actions for audit concerns.

You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.

You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $85,000-$95,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

Here’s what you need to know about the university

THE UNIVERSITY:
Virginia Tech as an employer, is committed to developing well‑rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at‑large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.

THE DIVISION:
For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.

THE TEAM:
Student Affairs Finance and Planning work hand in hand with our colleagues to provide dependable, responsive guidance for planning, budgeting, accounting, purchasing and reimbursement - so they can stay focused on what matters most: our students. With integrity, care, and a spirit of service, we help Student Affairs thrive.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Public or Business Administration, finance, economics, or related field or a Bachelor's degree with significant training and/or experience, which equals an advanced degree.
Experience in a financial role in higher education, with exposure to fund accounting, budgeting, payroll, funds handling, procurement, and accounts receivable.
Demonstrated successful experience in performing detailed accounting work and reconciliations.
Knowledge of university policies and procedures and demonstrated experience following and communicating financial policies and procedures.
Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and continuous professional development.
Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to cultivate positive working relationships, foster teamwork and support collaboration.
High personal and professional ethical standards and a demonstrated commitment to diversity.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of computer software including Banner, Hokie Mart, Microstrategy, Hokie Serv, Windows Operating System, and Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and SQL.
Demonstrated success in a supervisory capacity.

Overtime Status
Exempt:
Not eligible…


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