Managing Director - Accounting Services

Position Description

This position is responsible for leading and directing the operational activities of the Accounting Services department, including developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures, planning organizing and coordinating the year-end close process, overseeing reporting functions, budgeting and authorizing expenditures, and hiring, training, and retaining accounting staff. Under executive direction, performs highly varied administrative duties involving the use of independent judgment and professional skills. Responsible for all employees assigned to area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant License
• Financial reporting experience in a Texas Higher Education setting
• Experience in governmental/fund accounting
• Prior experience with grant management and related federal/state regulations, including Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200)
• Knowledge of USAS (State of Texas accounting system)
• Experience using Cognos or other similar data querying/reporting tools
• Knowledge of Banner finance system
• Experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing a large amount of work to meet required deadlines

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required. Seven years of progressively responsible management experience is required. Education beyond the bachelor's level may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.