ISP Financial Manager

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU. In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.

Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

• The last day to submit an application for this position is November 16, 2026 by 11:59pm MST.

The ISP Financial Manager provides financial leadership, strategic planning, and accounting oversight for International Study Programs within BYU's Kennedy Center for International Studies. This position partners with program leadership, faculty directors, and coordinators to develop budgets, analyze financial performance, ensure compliance, and strengthen internal controls. The role also supervises student accounting staff and supports financial decision-making to promote responsible stewardship of university resources.

• Provide financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and consulting support for International Study Programs
• Partner with program leadership and faculty directors to evaluate financial performance and support strategic initiatives
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide recommendations to improve operational effectiveness
• Review financial statements, budget adjustments, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Oversee purchasing, travel expenses, accounts payable, and other accounting transactions
• Prepare complex journal entries and support financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate student accounting employees
• Provide financial training and guidance to faculty directors, program coordinators, and staff

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of general accounting experience, or one year of public accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, databases, and financial analysis tools
• Knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and expense reporting procedures
• Ability to…