Director of Accounting Services at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina

Job Description:

Winthrop Position Title:

Director of Accounting Services

State Title:

Accounting/Fiscal Manager I

State Class Code:

AD28

State Pay Band:

07

Annual Salary/Hiring Range:

$73,610 to $86,600; actual salary depends on qualifications.

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Fiscal Services/Controller, the Director of Accounting Services safeguards institutional resources; oversees critical accounting services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel, cash management, and general and fixed-asset accounting; develops and administers financial plans, policies, procedures, guidelines and business processes in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, federal and state regulations, and Winthrop policies; leads, motivates, trains and supports department staff; and develops strong, collaborative working relationships with internal and external constituencies as a service-oriented professional.

Job Summary:

• Ensures accurate and timely processing in the areas of general and fix-asset accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management.


• Develops, implements and directs the strategic plan of operations for the functional areas listed.


• Works with Information Technology to ensure that applicable modules of the ERP are updated, tested and functioning as intended.


• Maintains and evaluates internal controls and key processes and develops, reviews and revises policies and procedures as needed.


• Implements training and communication programs to inform the campus community and facilitate compliance.


• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with university customers, internal staff and other stakeholders.


• Leads, motivates, trains, supports and evaluates the work of team members.


• Assists the Associate Vice President for Fiscal Services/Controller in coordinating and preparing the university's annual financial reports and year-end close.


• Assists with and/or prepares other internal and external reports, including payroll reporting, employee and vendor tax reporting, and the institutional IPEDS reports.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or public administration.


• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience.


• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience in accounting or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree.


• CPA/CMA.


• Higher education and GASB experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Summary:

• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, government accounting standards, and industry best practices.


• Strong leadership skills.


• Dedication to assessment and continuous process improvement.


• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative data reporting and analysis using spreadsheet and database applications.


• Exceptional interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.


• Effective problem-solving, decision-making and analytical skills.


• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects and tasks.


• High proficiency with accounting-related software applications.

License/Certification:

Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant certification preferred.

Type of Position:

Classified

Position Status:

Full-Time

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Hours Per Week:

37.5

Months per Year:

12

Telecommuting:

Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.

Posting Number:

2024 098S

Open Date:

05/14/2024

Close Date:

06/04/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

PLEASE NOTE:

* A resume will not be reviewed to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications outlined in the job vacancy notice (posting).


* Responses to supplemental questions are considered part of the application; failure to respond will result in disqualification.

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