Assistant Vice President, Accounting & Reporting and University

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
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Posting Information


Posting Number SAECC3787
Advertised Title Assistant Vice President, Accounting & Reporting and University
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 022366
Category Administrative Executive
Department Accounting Office
Minimum Position Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or related field and fifteen (15) years of accounting/auditing experience, with at least ten (10) years in a responsible management position and previous working knowledge of accounting information systems and technology.
Special Conditions
The department is especially interested in candidates with an advanced degree, such as a Masters and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification. Experience in Higher Education is preferred.
Initial screening will begin Monday, April 22, 2024 and will occur each Monday thereafter until a candidate has been selected.
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule.
Posting Date 04/08/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Screening Begins Yes
Hiring Range Commensurate with experience
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Positions Supervised
Direct reports who oversee the staff in University and Student Business Services (USBS), Financial Reporting, General Accounting, Payroll and Shared Services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Additional Position Information
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)





Job Duties


Duties & Responsibilities
Provides management, leadership and oversight to the areas of University and Student Business Services (USBS), Financial Reporting, General Accounting, Payroll and Shared Services and coordinates relevant activities among other Business and Finance areas and other University departments.
Duties & Responsibilities
Directs the planning, execution and delivery of the University’s financial reporting activities to all constituents. Coordinates and implements key professional accounting functions, including financial audits; general ledger, bank and other related reconciliations; planning and preparation of financial reports; and restricted funds and debt management. Performs key research on accounting issues and is responsible for planning functions, including automated information management systems for assigned areas of responsibility. Maintains current knowledge of GAAP pronouncements that affect the University.
Duties & Responsibilities
Confers regularly with the AVP for Financial Planning and applicable staff and faculty to plan, coordinate, and evaluate financial policies and procedures. Serves on various committees and participates in University-wide planning and coordinating activities. Responsible for updating and improving internal controls and related policies and procedures over accounting processes.
Duties & Responsibilities
Maintains regular communication networks with all key and applicable parties to ensure timely awareness and response to budgetary and financial information. Provides primary management coordination with external auditors. Remains current with developments and changes in government regulations, court decisions, and higher education practices related to finance, accounting, payroll and directives and policies initiated by the State, Tennessee Higher Education Commission, and the University.
Duties & Responsibilities
Works with the AVP for Financial Planning and the Chief Audit Executive to provide appropriate and meaningful financial information and metrics to the Executive Vice President, COO & CFO for presentation to the Board of Trustees. Prepares presentations for the Board of Trustees and responses to Board inquiries.
Duties & Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.

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