Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager provides strategic leadership for the financial and business operations of the College of Veterinary Medicine, ensuring resources are managed effectively in support of the college's academic, research, and clinical missions. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Finance & Business, this position oversees financial management, business operations, compliance, and internal controls while promoting operational excellence and sound fiscal stewardship across the college.

In this role, you will partner with college leadership, faculty, department administrators, and central university offices to provide financial guidance, strengthen business processes, and ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations. Through collaborative leadership and continuous process improvement, you will help the college make informed financial decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and support long-term organizational success.

• Lead the college's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and fiscal year-end activities.
• Monitor financial performance across multiple funding sources and provide analysis to support informed decision‑making.
• Ensure responsible stewardship of university resources through accurate financial oversight and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Review and approve financial transactions to ensure accuracy, accountability, and sound fiscal management.

• Oversee daily business operations, including procurement, accounts payable and receivable, travel, PCard administration, and related financial services.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve business processes, standard operating procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate reconciliations and maintain the integrity of financial records and reporting.
• Partner with departments to support budget planning and operational effectiveness.

• Lead, coach, and develop the business office team while fostering a collaborative, customer‑focused culture.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to college leadership, faculty, and departmental administrators by translating complex financial information into actionable guidance.
• Build strong partnerships with university offices and stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and achieve organizational goals.
• Promote accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional service across the college's business functions.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition Assistance
• Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs

Minimum

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or a related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience, at least one of which is supervisory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Experience managing financial operations, budgeting, and business functions within a complex organization.
• Knowledge of financial management principles, compliance requirements, and the administration of multiple funding sources, including state, federal, grant, and trust funds.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, including pivot tables, lookup functions (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP), conditional formatting, data validation, and troubleshooting complex spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and present recommendations that support operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Proven success developing or improving financial and administrative processes, internal controls, or operational efficiencies.
• Leadership experience supervising, coaching, and developing professional staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.

• Experience managing financial and business operations within higher…