Manager of Financial (School of Computing Instruction)

Job Summary The Manager of Finance is responsible for overseeing a team of finance professionals, guiding their development while ensuring the accurate management of financial operations. This position emphasizes strategic leadership, fostering collaboration, and aligning the team's goals with the institution's financial objectives. Responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of financial professionals to ensure their professional development and enhance the overall performance of the finance department. Collaborate with senior leadership to align departmental strategies with institutional priorities and ensure effective resource allocation. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Develop and implement strategic financial plans that align with the institution's goals and objectives while fostering collaboration among various departments. Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and timely dissemination to key stakeholders. Conduct regular meetings with team members to discuss progress, address challenges, and set goals that contribute to the department's success. Provide mentorship and support to team members by offering guidance on complex financial issues and facilitating their professional growth. Monitor departmental budgets and financial performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary to meet financial objectives. Advocate for the finance team's needs during resource allocation discussions, ensuring the team has the necessary tools and support to succeed. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the finance department by encouraging innovation and best practices among team members. Additional Responsibilities Heavy focus on state, foundation and sponsored research budgeting, accounting, purchasing, and closeout. Prepare and analyze financial reports for unit leadership and Project Investigators, with a strong emphasis on sponsored grant reporting, to provide accurate data for decision‑making while ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulations. Provide comprehensive pre‑award and post‑award management for a modest number of sponsored grants and other funding sources, including preparing and submitting budget amendments and subawards for sponsored grants. Monitor and track expenditures against budgets to identify discrepancies and provide recommendations for corrective actions. Provide support for salary distributions and redistributions in compliance with policy. Exercise fiscal approval authority over Workday transactions at the school level. Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced certification may be preferred or required. Required Qualifications None listed beyond educational and experience described above. Required Experience Three or more years of relevant experience with one or more years of supervisory knowledge. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Specialized Job Skills This job requires working knowledge of accounting principles and practices as applied within a university environment. This includes skills in the application of accounting staff supervision, communications and problem solving. Use of office and finance/accounting related computer applications and systems is required. Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. In accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, and services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Location and Compensation This position is located in Atlanta, Georgia. Salary range is dependent on candidates experiences and skills that ranges from $55,029 - $78,987.00. Salary Job Grade G06. FLSA Status: Exempt. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Institute of Technology