Assistant Director of Fiscal Administration

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

About The Position

The Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development seeks an Assistant Director of Fiscal Administration to provide leadership in overseeing the office’s financial operations and ensuring sound fiscal management. The position reports to the Executive Director of Administrative Operations. It supports strategic decision-making through accurate financial oversight and analysis, including financial reporting, budget development and forecasting, compliance, and review and approval of financial transactions. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a comprehensive understanding of financial management in a higher education environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Five years of experience in financial management and accounting.

Responsibilities

Prepare, examine, review, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports; identify and implement corrective actions to ensure conformity with university policies and federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
Coordinate budget development and monitor accounts to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines.
Monitor business operations and perform cost-benefit analyses of programs to develop, implement, and maintain solutions to financial issues.
Prepare reports and present financial analysis data and statistics.
Develop, implement, modify, and document record-keeping and accounting systems using computer technology.
Serve as liaison to Business offices, Alumni offices, and other university offices.
Act in lieu of the Director in the Director’s absence at meetings regarding budget and financial issues.
Review and approve financial transactions.
Manage budget development and forecasting processes.