Assistant Director - Office of Financial Reporting

James Madison University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Harrisonburg, VIRGINIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Working Title Assistant Director - Office of Financial Reporting
Position Number 8528
Posting Number S3419
State Role Title Financial Services Manager I
Position Type Classified
Position Status Full Time
FLSA Status Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division Finance
Department 100641 - Associate Controller - Reporting
Pay Band 5
Pay Rate Maximum Starting
Specify Range or Amount $75,000
Is this a JMU Only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Position Summary Information


General Information
The Office of Financial Reporting seeks an Assistant Director to join us in supporting the University’s mission by producing reliable, timely financial information and transactions. We are a customer-service oriented office with a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and professionalism.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Oversee the preparation and completion of timely and accurate financial reports, financial information and analysis, data requests, etc. provided to both internal and external sources. Reports include, but are not limited to the annual NCAA/EADA Reports, quarterly Board of Visitors Report, and monthly Revenue Report.
  • Assist the Director in the review, analysis and implementation of new GASB standards and all other financial reporting guidelines and standards.
  • Assist with the annual audit requests.
  • Direct and supervise professional accountants, clerical staff, and possibly students.
  • Oversee general ledger account maintenance and audits of chart of accounts for accuracy and compliance with University, State and Federal guidelines.
  • Research and evaluate tax related issues impacting the University, including preparation of various Form 990’s and University UBIT Tax returns.
  • Responsible for accounting and reporting of JMI operations (James Madison Innovations).
  • Serve as backup to the Director.
  • Special assignments and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Experience in public accounting.
  • Experience in state university or other higher education setting.
  • Supervisory experience over two or more full-time direct reports.
  • Experience in auditing, preparing, or aiding in the preparation of financial statements for a large organization.
  • Expert knowledge of accounting principles as defined by GAAP as well as a general working knowledge of office procedures and practices. 
  • Demonstrated familiarity with GASB standards and/or higher education financial operations, policies and procedures.
  • The ability to work independently with minor supervision and to work effectively with other employees both within the department and across the University community as a whole.
  • The ability to work effectively under pressure when necessary to meet deadlines, etc., including working occasional weekends during financial statements season.
  • Computer experience is required, with a focus in Excel or other spreadsheets preferred. Experience with PeopleSoft or other financial management system is beneficial.
Condition(s) of Employment
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Date 11/07/2023
Beginning Review Date 11/15/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Proposed Starting Date 01/08/2024
EEO Statement

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or [email protected] . You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report
Notice of Availability – Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, the university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, protocols for the immediate notification of students and staff upon confirmation of a significant emergency on campus and other matters of importance related to security and safety. The report includes statistics for the most recent three-year period of reported crimes that have occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by JMU or its affiliates; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes campus housing fire statistics for the most recent three-year period, a description of each on-campus student housing facility fire safety system, the number of fire drills held during the previous calendar year, policies or rules on portable electrical appliances, smoking, and open flames in student housing; and procedures for student housing evacuation in the event of fire along with other fire safety information.
The JMU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes the Harrisonburg campus and the three overseas branch campuses; Florence, Antwerp, and London. It is available electronically http://www.jmu.edu/publicsafety/clerycompliance/2018Annual-Security-and-Fire-Safety-Report.shtml
You can obtain a copy of any of this report by contacting the Office of Public Safety, MSC 6810, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 or request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (540)568-6769/6913.
Minimum Reference(s) Required 3
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/15811
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