Director of Football Finance

University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

About The Position

The Director of Football Finance provides strategic financial oversight across all aspects of football operations, with a primary focus on managing the football program's annual budget, Revenue Share allocation, and player-related logistical support. The individual will work in conjunction with the Athletics Business Office to ensure overall financial accountability within the football program. This role supports the program's long-term financial sustainability while ensuring internal processes align with OU Athletics Department, University, conference, and NCAA standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Management, Accounting, or a related field.
4 years of experience in accounting, budgeting, business operations, finance, or other related field.
Strong financial background and must be able to review and analyze numbers.
Ability using Microsoft Office suite, particularly high proficiency with Excel.
Knowledge of accounting, audit preparation, fiscal management, budgetary principles and processes.
Ability to create financial modeling and analysis, with sharp attention to detail.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including the ability to develop and present findings to all levels of management.
Strong critical thinking and problem solving, exercising good judgment to solve problems and complete work efficiently.
Ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously in a fast-paced with the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with ability to partner cross-functionally at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Master of Business Administration.
5+ years' experience.
Previous experience in football or athletics business operations.

Responsibilities

Manage financial planning and budget strategy for the football program, including forecasting, cost analysis, and regular reporting.
Assist Head Coach in the development and oversight of all aspects of the football budget.
Manage the annual football operating budget in conjunction with the Athletics Business Office.
Process purchase orders, payment vouchers, expense reports, and foundation account review.
Coordinate internal financial aspects of revenue share operations as it pertains to the football program.
Ensure all activities meet NCAA, conference, and institutional rules in collaboration with Athletics Compliance, NIL Department, and Athletics Business Office.
Track disbursements and maintain internal compliance protocols.
Conduct financial modeling and run payment scenario analyses based on roster movement and forecast projections.
Assist Head Coach with communication regarding Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL).
Collaborate with coaching and personnel staff to manage roster forecasting and align compensation strategies with scholarship and revenue share allocations.
Collaborate with all support units within the football program to ensure financial accountability within their areas.
Work with the athletics business office on regular review and tracking of football program’s use of private plane hours and costs.
Support a team-wide culture focused on helping student-athletes grow as leaders and well-rounded individuals, both on and off the field.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, General Manager, and FB Chief of Staff.