Deputy Director, McCrary Administration and Finance Position Available In Lee, Alabama

Deputy Director, McCrary Administration and Finance
Employer
Auburn University
Location
Auburn, Alabama, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Feb 28, 2025
View more categories Position Details Position Information Requisition Number
S4293P Home Org Name
Charles D. McCrary Institute at AU Division Name
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering Position Title
Deputy Director, McCrary Administration and Finance Job Class Code
AD88 Appointment Status
Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term
Yes Limited Term Length Job Summary The Charles D McCrary Institute is accepting applications for a Deputy Director, McCrary Administration and Finance . This position will perform a variety of responsibilities for the financial operations of the McCrary Institute. This includes financial reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting, compliance with university requirements and policies, and transaction approvals. Essential Functions Performs routine day-to-day accounting and financial duties to include (but not limited to)
prepare, examine, code, and McCrary’s Institute financial transactions; reviews and verifies
documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with policies and procedures; investigates and resolves inconsistencies and errors in financial documentation obtaining information from written policies and/or higher-level staff and escalating to the appropriate person/office as needed. Initiates and/or responds to routine inquiries concerning purchasing, procurement, or payment
compliance with university policy. Assists vendors with concerning payments, balances,
discrepancies, or other account issues. Assists in the administrative management of contracts by monitoring budget; coordinating change
orders, time extensions, budget reallocations; and financial reporting from inception to close-out. Supports the tracking, monitoring, and analyzing McCrary’s Institute budget; Monitors accounts
and provides recommendations for corrective actions to ensure budgets are not exceeded; Reviews, investigates and corrects errors in financial entries, documents, and reports; ensures departmental leadership is informed regarding any and all financial issues or anomalies that may arise. Prepares, reviews, and/or analyzes McCrary’s Institute quarterly management statements including budget- to-actual and year-over-year actual variances; unrestricted reserve reports; and other reporting under the Strategic Budgeting Initiative. Oversees all federal and state contract captures, administration, and support in concert with our
internal and external partners. Assists in the development and maintenance of data and databases; Gathers information and
prepares various reports and correspondence; collects and analyzes data to provide reports on a
regular or ad hoc basis. Supports the staff Human Resources (HR) functions in concert with our internal HR partners. Performs a variety of administrative duties, such as, coordination of non-financial or
non-accounting matters for the McCrary institute as they relate to collaborations with other Auburn University (AU) colleges and institutes, and interrelated management items within AU processes. Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact :

Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence :

We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
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You :

Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama :

The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
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Everyone :

Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.

A MBA, MA

cc, or CPA can be substituted for the specific degree. AND 5 years of experience in reporting, financial analysis, and budgeting within a large
organization. Experience must show progressively increasing levels of
responsibility and accountability. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Higher Education experience
Experience with Banner and/or Kronos
Experience in sponsored programs administration
Master’s degree in Business Administration or in Accounting; knowledge of college/university accounting practices
CPA license Posting Detail Information Salary Range
$62,960 – $113,330 Job Category
Business/Accounting/Finance Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in:
Auburn State position is located:
Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date
02/28/2025 Closing Date Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance ( EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more. Special Instructions to Applicants provide 3 references Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51475
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