Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Reporting

Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Reporting

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

• Posting Number: S15771P
• Working Title:
  
  Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Reporting
• Department:
  Terry-Business Office

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Employee Benefits Eligibility:
  Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Typically, Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Advertised Salary: $80,000 + commensurate with experience
• Posting Date: 09/16/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Closing Date:
  Proposed Starting Date 11/01/2026
• Location of Vacancy:
  Athens Area

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Position Information Classification

Title:

Accounting Supervisor FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience

The Assistant Director of the Terry Business Office provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the College’s financial business operations. The position supervises five Financial Team Leads, supports consistent and effective service delivery across more than 20 academic departments and units, and provides leadership in workload management, staff development, process improvement, and resolution of complex financial and operational issues.

The Assistant Director also provides strategic analysis and support to the Administrative Financial Director, with responsibility for financial reporting, service-level monitoring, process and compliance improvement, and proactive identification of operational risks. The position serves as the Terry College liaison and subject matter expert for UGA Foundation financial matters and supports initiatives that strengthen financial stewardship, operational efficiency, internal controls, and coordination across…