Job No. 159665
- Job Title:
- Director, Accounting & Budgets
- Employer:
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Georgia Southern University
- Location:
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Statesboro , GA
- Posting Date:
- 23-Sep-2026
- Description:
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Job Summary
Oversee the University Philanthropic Foundation and Athletic Foundation general accounting and financial reporting to ensure that transaction accuracy, reporting accuracy and high-level customer service is delivered to our internal and external customers. Will oversee maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, budget management , report development, generation and analysis, budget to actual reporting, financial statement preparation and analysis, investment accounting, accounting research and problem resolution, reconciliation processes, assist CFO with cash management and other operational needs and projects related to the financial activities and initiatives of the organizations.
Responsibilities
Serve on Chief Financial Officer's Leadership team and assist CFO with audit and tax return (income and use tax) compliance, working closely with outside audit and tax advisors to ensure timely, clean, and accurate filing and
compliance with FASB and IRS regulations.
Oversee, analyze, and record investment, endowment and administrative fee activity for the Foundations, including related reporting and compliance; complete annual endowment surveys and respond to related institutional and external data requests. Also oversee Gift Annuity and Charitable Trust Accounting for foundations
Develop, implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to promote accurate financial reporting and efficient foundation operations
Work closely with the university finance and business office on accounting matters related to charges and reimbursement between entities, occasional reporting support for NCAA compliance reports for the athletic foundation and various other miscellaneous needs
Manage and oversee staff responsible for management of E&G ("state") budget activities for University Advancement and External Relations ensuring appropriate monitoring, reporting and sharing of data with university finance are handled timely and accurately. Responsible for various approvals and routings required for purchasing, budget modification requests and other transactions typical of this role
Serve as "in-house" expert on Blackbaud Financial Edge Accounting/Reporting module, and train other users as necessary to develop depth of understanding across our unit. Trains Foundation account users on financial reporting software and provides support for on-demand report users
Supervise Accounting staff responsible for accounts payable, budget reporting, general ledger support, ad hoc reporting, bank and other account reconciliations and other tasks typical of accounting staff. Assign and delegate responsibility for work deadlines as appropriate
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in accounting
Required Experience
Four (4) or more years of experience in accounting
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant
Preferred Experience
Raisers Edge and Financial Edge experience
Nonprofit and Fund Accounting experience
Supervisory Experience
Proposed Salary
$112,000 - $115,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to confidently work independently as a proactive leader comfortable with a high degree of collaboration with multiple units, departments, and divisions
Ability to effectively create and deliver content through face-to-face, online, and hybrid training and workshops
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Effectiveness in working with faculty and professional staff on best practices in student academic support and success strategies
- Contact information:
- Georgia Southern University
- Statesboro, GA 30460
- United States
- Employer's Website:
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