Assistant Director of Financial Reporting - Foundations

Position Overview The Assistant Director of Financial Reporting – Foundations provides strategic, technical, and operational leadership for all accounting, reporting, and governance functions related to the University’s associated entities, endowment administration, and investment activity. This position ensures accuracy, transparency, and compliance across foundation and investment accounting; coordinates directly with the University’s outsourced investment management and custodial service providers; and serves as the University’s lead accounting liaison with external advisors and auditors. The Assistant Director works closely with the University Reporting, Operations, Budget, and Advancement teams to ensure consistent financial integration, accurate consolidation, and adherence to the University’s Investment Policy Statement (IPS) and Investment Management Agreement (IMA). The Assistant Director is responsible for administering and directing the operations of the financial reporting unit to maintain and enhance the internal control system to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. This position involves internal control and judgment in decision‑making based on the goals of the organization and effective management of the business and financial accounting/reporting, management of day‑to‑day activities, and providing guidance in the managerial decision‑making process. The Assistant Director must plan, organize, and implement overall daily operations to ensure meeting targeted goals and deadlines within GAAP guidelines. The quality and timeliness of work impact the effectiveness of the program and the image of the organization. Minimum Requirements Mid‑to late‑career with a Master’s degree and 2‑4 years accounting or financial management experience; Bachelor’s and 3‑5 years accounting or financial management experience. Knowledge of higher‑education and investment accounting principles (GASB, GAAP, UPMIFA). Experience preparing or reviewing audited financial statements and reconciliations for multiple entities. Experience in FASB financial reporting or Foundation fiscal management preferred. Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education CPA, MBA, or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Experience managing outsourced accounting engagements and investment data integrations. Familiarity with UNC System financial reporting and associated‑entity governance. Proficiency with Banner, Raiser’s Edge, Fundriver, QuickBooks, and investment accounting systems. Required License or Certification CPA preferred but not required. Benefits Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more Equal Opportunity Statement North Carolina A & T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Aff­irmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A & T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.