Assistant Director of Business Operations

Job Summary

Under the oversight and general supervision of the Director of Business Operations, the incumbent will serve as an Accountant I or II, supporting a $200+ million, 23‑sport NCAA Division I Intercollegiate Athletic Program that supports over 750 student‑athletes. The incumbent will be responsible for daily accounting tasks, including a portion of revenue management, processing expense reports and reporting, for the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics.

• Process revenue transactions, reports, purchase orders, reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reporting.
• Organize, prepare, and update financial statements, monthly and year‑end journal entries, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system.
• Assist the department in monthly and annual financial reporting activities, including engaging with external and internal audit and developing departmental reports.
• Assist with training and guiding staff in processing procedures.
• Answer questions and provide accounting‑related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures.
• Investigate discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Assist with quarterly and annual budget review.
• Assist with establishing and maintaining effective internal controls.

• Answer questions and provide accounting‑related information to stakeholders as per established policies.
• Assist in preparing budgets and financial projections.
• Prepare and/or approve financial transactions and payments.
• Organize, prepare, and update basic financial statements, journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports for accurate recording.
• Prepare and analyze financial data, reports, and records; identify discrepancies, investigate, recommend, and implement solutions.
• Assist with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports.

• Entry‑level to two years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Ability to reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and process financial transactions.
• Experience using spreadsheets and financial management systems.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.

• Three or more years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independence, sound judgment, and initiative in identifying and resolving accounting issues.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and implement effective solutions.
• Experience interpreting and applying policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to provide guidance, training, and consultation to departmental staff on financial matters.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple priorities and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Experience analyzing financial data and preparing complex financial reports and reconciliations.

• Experience using University financial applications and databases such as Workday.
• Familiarity with state statutes, University policies, and NCAA financial regulations.

 Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related business field required;
Master’s or post‑secondary degree preferred.

The typical salary range for Accountant I is $50,000‑$60,000; for Accountant II it is $63,000‑$70,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

• Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off.
• Competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.
• Badger gear and season tickets for Badger football, men’s basketball, and men’s hockey, and/or the varsity sports pass.

Wisconsin Athletics, Business Office

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