Johnson County Community College · 2 weeks ago
Director, Accounting Services & Grants
Overland Park, KS
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $112K/yr
5+ years expJohnson County Community College (JCCC) inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities. This position supports this mission by assisting the Chief Financial Officer in managing financial operations and providing leadership and strategic direction to the Accounting Services & Grants, Payroll, and Accounts Payable departments within Financial Services at JCCC.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assist the Chief Financial Officer with banking, treasury management, and investment strategy development to maximize returns while adhering to established risk management policies
Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and insights to support budget development and institutional decision-making
Advise and train leaders across JCCC departments on financial matters, policies, and best practices
Interpret and provide guidance on applicable financial regulations and internal policies
Provide leadership, direction, and training to finance staff to support effective day-to-day operations
Coach team members through performance issues and escalations; implement corrective or disciplinary actions as needed
Evaluate employee performance and establish clear goals, responsibilities, competencies, and professional development plans
Foster a collaborative, efficient, and high-performing work environment
Lead and direct all accounting functions, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of institutional and grant funds in compliance with applicable requirements
Review and approve general ledger journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial records
Direct monthly and year-end close processes, including accruals and preparation of audit workpapers
Oversee the maintenance and integrity of the general ledger chart of accounts
Design, implement, and maintain effective systems of internal control over financial reporting and safeguarding of institutional assets
Lead strategic planning efforts within the finance function
Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements
Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely bi-monthly payroll processing and compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements
Lead accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely weekly disbursements
Direct travel and expense program processes, procedures, and internal controls
Maintain a high level of expertise in payroll, accounts payable, procurement, travel, and expenditure regulations and policies
Direct and ensure the timely completion of the annual financial statement audit
Ensure financial statements, audit reports, and footnote disclosures are accurate and compliant with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements
Coordinate audit activities and maintain effective communication with external auditors
Ensure audit work papers and information requests are completed accurately and on schedule
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Accounting required
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
Supervisory experience required
Preferred
Experience in Higher Education
Experience with Ellucian Banner
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
Benefits
Health insurance with some employer paid options.
Life insurance & AD&D (employer provided)
Retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), and KPERS)
Employer paid 8% contribution into a 403(b) no match required
Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, and floating holidays)
14 days of paid holidays
Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses (for employee and eligible dependents)
Tuition reimbursement / assistance for non‑JCCC courses for employee
Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
Snow days
Professional development funding and training opportunities
Mentorship program
Recognition and awards programs
Employee wellness programs
Company
Johnson County Community College
With 44,000 students enrolled in credit and continuing education classes each semester, Johnson County Community College is the largest institution of undergraduate education in the state of Kansas.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Debbie Rulo
Director - Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
Jeff Davis
INSTRUCTOR
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