Director, Financial Reporting

Working Title: Director, Financial Reporting

State Role

Title:

Financial Services Manager II

Position Type: Full‑time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full‑time

FLSA Status: Exempt:
Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Finance

Department: 100641 – Associate Controller – Reporting

Pay Range: $89,000 – $100,000

Conflict of Interest: Completion of a personal economic interest statement required prior to first day of employment.

Beginning Review Date: 01/05/2026

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

• Generous Leave: paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: high‑quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
• Retirement Options: benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well‑Being:
  Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work‑life integration.
• Tuition Waiver Program: advance your education with tuition waivers for undergraduate and graduate courses at JMU.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work.

The Office of Financial Reporting seeks a Director to join us in supporting the University’s mission by producing reliable, timely financial information and transactions. The primary emphasis of this role is on the accurate and timely preparation of financial reports and analysis, including the University’s annual financial statements. Further emphasis includes evaluating the University’s accounting procedures and internal controls, reconciling internal and external financial systems, providing customer service, and supervising a professional accounting staff.

We are a customer‑service oriented office with a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and professionalism.

• Prepare and complete timely and accurate financial reports, financial information, data requests, and other outputs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Review, analyze, and implement new GASB standards and other relevant financial reporting guidelines.
• Supervise a staff of professional accountants, clerical staff, and possibly students.
• Serve as contact liaison for the external audit.
• Review and advise the Associate Controller and AVP for Finance on accounting and internal controls, including directing the ARMICs program.
• Oversee maintenance of the University’s general ledger and chart of accounts for accuracy and compliance with University, State, and Federal guidelines.
• Perform special assignments and other duties as assigned.

• Experience in public accounting.
• Experience in a state university or other higher‑education setting.
• Supervisory experience over two or more full‑time direct reports.
• Experience in auditing, preparing, or aiding in the preparation of financial statements for a large organization.
• Expert knowledge of accounting principles as defined by GAAP, plus general office procedures and practices.
• Familiarity with GASB standards and/or higher‑education financial operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minor supervision and to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the department and across the University.
• Ability to manage pressure and meet deadlines, including occasional weekend work during financial‑statement season.
• Computer experience required; proficiency in Excel or comparable spreadsheet tools beneficial. Experience with People Soft or another financial management system beneficial.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
• E‑Verify Notice:
  After acceptance, new hires must complete an I‑9 form and present documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. JMU uses the E‑Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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