Sr. Associate Athletic Director, Business & Finance

UMBC • Baltimore, MD

7h • $107,197 - $120,882

About The Position

In conjunction with the Director and Deputy Director of Athletics, Recreation & Physical Education, the Sr. Associate Athletic Director, Business & Finance directs, plans, and organizes UMBC’s 17 intercollegiate athletics programs and support functions. The role provides overall direction and support for a full-time staff and approximately 75 coaches and administrators, ensuring high-quality, ethical program operations aligned with the University’s vision, mission, and values.

The incumbent is responsible for fiscal management and oversight of the Department of Athletics’ accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting, working closely with central campus processing entities. The position monitors all departmental financial activities, including team and administrative budgets, accounts payable and receivable, travel, property control, and required financial reports. A major focus is managing all phases of the athletic department budget, including planning, preparation, forecasting, and reporting.

The role analyzes and recommends financial plans, including annual resource allocations, future requirements, and operational forecasts. It performs internal audits, monitors organizational performance, maintains appropriate checks and balances, and develops business processes and practices that support effective financial operations. The position also oversees Athletics business office operations, human resources functions, travel practices, contracts, compliance, and assigned staff, and participates in executive-level strategic planning.

UMBC lists a salary range of $107,197 to $120,882, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position. Work may be required on evenings and weekends. A background check is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Seven years of experience in business finance, accounting, or comparable experience.
• Ability to meet the position’s financial management, reporting, budget oversight, and operational responsibilities.
• A background check is required.
• Applicants must be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or an equivalent degree.
• Ten years of experience working in a NCAA Division I business department or relevant competencies.

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, and organize UMBC’s 17 intercollegiate athletics programs and support functions in conjunction with the Director and Deputy Director of Athletics, Recreation & Physical Education.
• Provide direction and support for a full-time staff and approximately 75 coaches and administrators.
• Direct and manage the Athletics Department’s $18 million operating budget, including budget planning, preparation, forecasting, and reporting.
• Oversee Athletics accounting, financial reporting, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliation.
• Prepare timely financial analyses, multi-year forecasts, and progress reports for Athletics leadership and UMBC administration.
• Manage internal controls and coordinate internal and external audits.
• Develop and oversee team and administrative budgets, annual resource allocations, operational forecasts, and financial plans.
• Monitor requisitions to ensure expenditures are allowable and correctly coded.
• Evaluate athletic travel expenditures and oversee team, coach, and staff travel policies and procedures for compliance, cost-effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Manage game contracts, operational agreements, and partnerships with external vendors, including execution, compliance, and renewal.
• Oversee accurate and efficient processing of revenue and expenses across all units.
• Lead Athletics human resources functions, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with University and Athletics HR policies, procedures, and employment standards; partner with University HR on performance management, conflict resolution, and professional development.
• Prepare or assist with monetary guarantees, NCAA stipends, contracts, surveys, reports, and budget documents for NCAA, the University System of Maryland Board of Regents, America East Conference, state and governmental offices, and other entities.
• Submit required budgetary documents to appropriate offices in a timely manner.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to assigned staff and promote accountability, teamwork, and high performance.
• Serve on the Athletics Executive Leadership Team and contribute to long-term strategic planning and operational decision-making.
• Represent Athletics in University-wide financial, administrative, and strategic discussions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation; the posting states the role starts at $107,197.
• More than four weeks of vacation for regular full-time roles.
• Annual leave accrual of 22 days.
• Sick leave accrual of 15 days.
• 15 holidays.
• Three personal days.
• Tuition remission of up to 8 credit hours per semester.
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of full-time employment.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans, including the choice of joining the pension plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellness opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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