University of Chicago · 1 day ago
Executive Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expThe University of Chicago is a prestigious institution, and they are seeking an Executive Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting. The role involves overseeing accounting and financial reporting functions, developing strategies for financial viability, and leading a team of accounting professionals.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Drives continuous improvement
Contributes to long-term financial planning and provides analysis to support executive decision-making
Establishes and reviews financial policies and procedures. Recommends changes to improve efficiency and compliance
Develops, implements, and monitors systems of internal control over financial processes to minimize risk and ensure integrity
Directs the preparation, analysis, and submission of financial statements. Ensures accuracy and timeliness in all reports
Leads special projects within the accounting and financial reporting space
Oversees accounting and financial reporting activities of the University. Ensures timely and accurate reporting of all transactions. Ensures that University procedures are followed. Reviews general ledger account analysis and ensures that the University’s financial records are accurate
Coordinates year-end audit with the external auditors and ensures that the year-end audit package is accurate and complete. Coordinates work with external auditors
Reviews established accounting practices and procedures. Recommends changes in and additions to such practices and procedures designed to improve service delivery to the University community. Implements changes where applicable
Recommends and implements changes in operating policy and procedures based on accounting, reporting, and regulatory changes promulgated by the FASB, AICPA, NACUBO, and State and Federal requirements
Key contact person for departmental and divisional administrators for questions relating to reporting and the accounting system. Acts as liaison to other departments. Interprets office's policies and procedures to the University community
Manages employees through subordinates, usually other managers. Establishes performance goals, allocates resources and assesses policies for direct subordinates
Provides leadership on accounting transactions, collecting and analyzing accounting data, analyzing business results, and/or developing management reports
Oversees accounting and financial records and reports, including general ledger, financial statements, regulatory and management reports
Oversees the development and implements accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls, preparing financial reports and safeguarding assets. Approves and implements procedures for improved operations
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 10+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field
Higher education experience a plus
CPA certification highly preferred
Knowledge of financial principles, practices and applications
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proficient financial reporting skills
Plan, organize, direct and manage staff to achieve work objectives of the unit
Analytical, assessment problem-solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong managerial skills, including training staff
Independently complete projects with a high degree of accuracy often under considerable time pressure with minimal supervision
Benefits
Health
Retirement
Paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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