Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services

Connecticut State Community College•Norwalk, CT

13d•$78,380•Onsite

About The Position

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details Posted: September 2, 2026 Level: Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position Employment Type: Standard Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: November 2026 Work Location: CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854) Work Modality: On-site; Position is not remote Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Position Summary The Associate Director is responsible for a wide range of accounting, finance and administrative services at a Community College. These services include several functional areas as assigned: General accounting management; Capital planning; Grant accounting; Travel and Professional Development; Accounts Receivable and Billing; Procurement and Accounts Payable; Fixed Assets management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Campus Operations or other Administrator, the Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services is accountable for the management of the College’s financial and physical resources through effective performance in these essential functional areas Key responsibilities include: Strategic planning Management of financial resources Management of physical resources Management of administrative services Additional responsibilities include: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies Service on assigned committees and task forces Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Requirements

Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance or a related area
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a Fiscal or Business Office
Up to two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of the Banner financial accounting system
Fixed asset management
Business Office operation including procurement and Accounts Payable
Grant accounting
Cashier’s/Bursar’s Office and accounts receivable functions
State travel and professional development guidelines
Supervision of human resources
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

Nice To Haves

Experience working with state agencies and other external organizations in contract and grant compliance
Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience.
Experience with budgets and planning.

Responsibilities

Strategic planning
Management of financial resources
Management of physical resources
Management of administrative services
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.