Director of Accounting

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Accounting Services, the Director of Accounting supervises professional and support staff including grants accounting, student accounts and cashiering operations, fixed assets, cash management, bank reconciliations, and general ledger administration and plays a critical role in maintaining strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, accurate financial reporting, and effective service across the institution. The Director of Accounting must be capable of independently managing multiple complex functions simultaneously while exercising sound professional judgment and maintaining confidentiality.

The Director serves as a financial liaison to departments across campus and assists with audit preparation, financial analysis, financial reporting, process improvement initiatives, and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.

Direct and oversee accounting operations related to grants, student accounts/cashiering, fixed assets, cash management, bank reconciliations, and general ledger administration

Supervise and evaluate assigned staff, including the Grant Accountant, Student Accounts staff, Fixed Asset Accountant, and Bank Reconciliation/Cash Accountant Ensure accurate and timely recording, reconciliation, and reporting of financial transactions in accordance with applicable accounting standards, laws, regulations, and College policies

Assist in the preparation of the College’s annual audited financial statements, grant audits, and coordinate audit requests with internal and external stakeholders

Prepare reports, journal entries, presentations, and other accounting functions

Review, analyze, and approve journal entries, reconciliations, budget adjustments, and other accounting transactions prepared by accounting staff

Maintain and oversee general ledger structures, account setup, approval workflows, user permissions, and associated accounting system controls

Oversee grant accounting processes to ensure compliance with grant agreements, reporting requirements, and applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations

Oversee student accounts and cashiering operations, including tuition and fee assessment, payment processing, refunds, third-party billing, collections support, and reconciliation of accounts

Ensure the integrity and reconciliation of cash accounts, bank accounts, merchant services, and payment processing systems

Oversee fixed asset accounting, inventory tracking, capitalization, disposals, and related reporting requirements

Assist departments with budget-related questions, financial analysis, and interpretation of accounting procedures and policies

Serve as a financial liaison to campus departments and provide guidance regarding accounting and financial matters

Coordinate and supervise financial transactions between the college and the bookstore

Plan and supervise the preparation of 1099s, 1098

Ts, and coordinate with outside accountants for the preparation of the 990TParticipate in professional development and training activities

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field

Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience involving financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, compliance, and complex accounting analysis

Minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience

Advanced in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies, contracts, and financial procedures

Ability to exercise sound independent judgment, prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized

Ability to work extended hours as needed

Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental accounting, and fund…