Operations Financial Accounting Manager

ETSU • Johnson City, TN

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About The Position

The Manager provides leadership and oversight of financial, operational, and human resource functions for Facilities Management Operations. This role manages approximately 10 departmental budgets, reviews financial performance, ensures compliance with university and state policies, and makes strategic recommendations to support departmental goals. The Manager also oversees HR functions for a workforce of about 200 employees, including approvals related to vacancies, stipends, audits, and hiring processes. Operating with a high level of independence, the Manager directs workflows, resolves complex issues, and ensures accountability across all areas of Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Management, or a related field, OR Five years of related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, fiscal management, budgeting, and procurement practices.
• Knowledge of university and state regulations and procedures.
• Strong ability to analyze budgets, monitor expenditures, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage complex HR and financial functions.
• Ability to problem-solve independently and make data-driven decisions under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Higher Education experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and oversight of financial, operational, and human resource functions for Facilities Management Operations.
• Manages approximately 10 departmental budgets.
• Reviews financial performance.
• Ensures compliance with university and state policies.
• Makes strategic recommendations to support departmental goals.
• Oversees HR functions for a workforce of about 200 employees, including approvals related to vacancies, stipends, audits, and hiring processes.
• Directs workflows, resolves complex issues, and ensures accountability across all areas of Operations.

Benefits

• For information on employee benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager