Dir Financial Accounting & Reporting

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

The Controller's Division Missions are: Account for all financial resources and provide advice to administrators, faculty, and students to support the University's overall mission of instruction, research, and healthcare services; Manage the investment of all University funds to ensure maximization return on investments; Receive and deposit all funds due to the University in a timely manner; Ensure compliance with both internal and external regulations, policies and procedures; Maintain and process the University payroll, accounts payable, and travel disbursements efficiently, accurately, and timely; Prepare financial and statistical information to the University management, federal and state agencies, and other interested parties; Maintain the University's accounting and financial reporting systems.

The Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting provides operational leadership and technical expertise for the university's financial accounting, reporting, and general ledger functions within the Finance division. Reporting to the Assistant Controller for Financial Accounting and Reporting, this position oversees core accounting operations, supervises key accounting and financial reporting staff, and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of institutional financial data.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

Department Leadership and Operational Management

• Provide operational leadership for the Financial Accounting and Reporting unit to ensure effective execution of accounting operations, reporting processes, and financial system activities.
• Supervise the Accounting Manager and Manager of Financial Information Systems and Reporting.
• Monitor departmental workloads and ensure appropriate allocation of responsibilities across accounting, asset, and financial systems teams.
• Assign and coordinate work activities across teams to support financial accounting, reporting, and financial system operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and ensure successful execution of departmental projects and initiatives.
• Ensure cross-training and operational coverage for critical accounting functions.
• Assist with personnel management, including coaching, performance evaluations, and resolution of personnel issues.
• Develop and maintain business procedures, process documentation, and job aids to ensure consistent and compliant financial processes.
• Support the Assistant Controller in maintaining strong internal controls and effective accounting operations across the department

General Ledger, Accounting Operations and Financial Data

• Provide oversight and direction for accounting operations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the university's general ledger and financial data.
• Oversee general ledger activities including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and subsystem journal integration.
• Review and approve accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial transactions prepared by accounting staff.
• Monitor accounting transactions from financial subsystems including accounts payable, travel and expense, and other modules.
• Ensure accounting transactions comply with GASB standards.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies or financial system issues affecting the general ledger.
• Maintain internal controls, data validation processes, and segregation of duties within accounting system.

Financial Information Systems and Asset Accounting Oversight

• Provide leadership and oversight for financial system administration, reporting tools, and asset-related accounting processes.
• Oversee the financial system administration and system security and ensure financial system functions, data management activities, and asset accounting processes are accurate and compliant.
• Monitor system security processes, user access, segregation of duties, and system audits.
• Oversee testing and implementation of system upgrades, enhancements, and reporting tools.
• Ensure appropriate training resources and documentation for finance staff and campus users regarding financial systems and asset accounting processes.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Support preparation and review of institutional financial reports and regulatory submissions.
• Assist in preparation and review of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for annual financial statements.
• Review staff-prepared financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Assist with federal, state, and system-level reporting requirements.
• Support analysis and preparation of financial data for institutional reporting and data requests.

Financial System Implementation and Optimization

• Provide functional and operational support for implementation and stabilization of the university's enterprise financial system.
• Serve as a key operational resource during Workday implementation.
• Provide subject matter expertise to inform system configuration, workflow design, and reporting structures.
• Assist with development and validation of financial data structures, including chart of accounts, worktags, and reporting hierarchies.
• Support financial data conversion, validation, and reconciliation during system migration.
• Participate in system testing to ensure accurate transactions, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Develop documentation, job aids, and training resources for staff.
• Lead operational stabilization of accounting and reporting processes post go-

Audit Support and Internal Control Compliance

• Assist the Assistant Controller, the primary liaison with external auditors
• and the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts.
• Coordinate preparation of audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of audit requests.
• Review financial data and ledgers for accuracy prior to audit.

Special Projects and Institutional Support

• Provide accounting expertise and operational support for institutional financial initiatives.
• Support departmental and institutional initiatives led by the Assistant Controller or senior finance leadership.
• Participate in projects involving financial reporting improvements, policy updates, or system enhancements.

Other duties

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Finance division.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 5 years of managerial experience in finance.

Preferred Experience

Demonstrated experience using PeopleSoft Financials, Workday or similar complex financial systems in a higher education, public research university, or other public-sector organization.

ABILITIES

Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting, reporting processes, and internal controls in accordance with GAAP and GASS standards.

Knowledge of State of Georgia, University System of Georgia (USG)/Board of Regents, and institutional financial policies.

Ability to manage and support enterprise financial systems, including system upgrades, implementations, and release testing.

Ability to research, troubleshoot, and resolve complex financial system issues within ERP systems such as PeopleSoft and Workday.

Strong knowledge of financial reporting processes, reconciliations, and preparation of institutional financial statements.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

Ability to effectively utilize enterprise financial systems and relational databases to support financial reporting and data analysis.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and document financial policies, procedures, and business processes.

Demonstrated ability to provide effective financial guidance and service to campus stakeholders and leadership.

Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)

Pay Band: 17

Salary: Minimum $109,500.00/Annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 4/27/26 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

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