Director of Foundation Accounting

Job Summary

Plan, direct, and oversee daily operations of Foundation Accounting for the Georgia Southern University Research and Service Foundation. Plan and maintain work systems, procedures, and policies to enable and encourage optimal performance of people and resources in alignment with the mission and strategic goals of the University. Ensure consistent fiduciary policies, procedures, and processes are implemented across all Foundation transactions and are integrated with university policies and procedures.

Supervise and lead professional-level team members to ensure integrity of data and accuracy of accounting related to the Foundation's assets. Work with stakeholders to maintain accurate administration of Foundation business.

Employment is contingent upon funding.

• Perform, review and analyze a broad range of complex accounting and fiscal activities to ensure compliance with policy and appropriate accounting treatment of Foundation transactions
• Prepare financial statements with high degree of accuracy; generate reports as required; facilitate state registrations; and respond to various requests
• Complete annual audits and prepare for required regulatory audits and business tax returns
• Act as liaison for the Foundation and third party firms
• Work closely with the Board of Directors and University Controller
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles in executing, analyzing, verifying, and reporting transactions of a fiscal nature
• Oversee the financial reporting and revenue submission for all sponsored projects; oversee all accounting functions for the Research Foundation

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

• Five (5) or more years related work experience
• Experience in private accounting practice

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate

• Higher education experience
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge Software
• Four (4) or more years of work experience in preparation of financial statements and communication of financial results with boards of directors and other stakeholders

$80,000 - $100,000

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University.
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

Open Until Filled

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• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required
• Work week may extend to evenings, weekends and/or holidays

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