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At an energizing moment for Kalamazoo College—and a consequential moment for higher education—K seeks a strategic and collaborative Director of Finance/Controller to serve as its principal accounting officer and help build the financial foundation for the College's next chapter. Reporting to the Vice President for Business and Finance, this leader will combine rigorous stewardship with forward-looking insight, turning sound financial management into a platform for institutional ambition. The Opportunity This is an opportunity for a builder, partner, and team leader who sees finance not simply as a set of transactions, but as a strategic resource for the future. The Director oversees accounting, payroll, student accounts, investments, external revenue generation, accounts payable, the Spirit Shop, and the Mail and Copy Center. Through clear analysis, modernized processes, team development, strong internal controls, and responsive service, the Director will equip leaders across K to make informed decisions and will develop a high-performing Business Office ready to help the College move forward with confidence. Jump to Apply for this job What you will bring Benefits at Kalamazoo College Why Kalamazoo College Why the City of Kalamazoo Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share via Email What You Will Lead and Shape Set a high standard for financial stewardship and provide strategic and operational leadership across the College's accounting and related financial service functions. Deliver timely, decision-ready financial and budget reporting, and lead development of the annual operating budget in partnership with campus leaders. Advance disciplined management of endowment accounting, cash projections, bank access, and institutional financial reporting. Strengthen a culture of accountability by designing, implementing, and enforcing internal controls that safeguard College assets. Lead annual financial and A-133 audit preparation, coordinate effectively with external auditors, and assist with Forms 990 and 990-T. Serve as a strategic resource to the Audit and Finance Committees of the Board of Trustees in partnership with the Vice President for Business and Finance. Build, inspire, and develop a high-performing Business Office team through clear expectations, shared priorities, coaching, and professional development. Encourage and support expanded revenue generation through oversight of external events coordinator. Anticipate and respond to evolving regulations and accounting pronouncements, and serve as the College's Bond Compliance Officer. Champion thoughtful uses of technology and process redesign to improve efficiency, productivity, service, security, and the user experience. Forge effective partnerships with campus colleagues, auditors, vendors, and external stakeholders to advance institutional priorities. What You Will Bring Bachelor's degree in accounting. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials. At least five years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience. Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Experience with annual audits and the ability to manage sensitive information with sound judgment. Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and enterprise resource systems. What Will Set You Apart Master's degree in accounting or finance. More than five years of public accounting or higher education/nonprofit experience. Appreciation for the participative culture of higher education and the ability to work effectively with trustees, faculty, staff, and students. Strong presentation skills and experience using technology to streamline financial processes. Join Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo College invites applications from accomplished finance professionals who are energized by the opportunity to pair disciplined stewardship with institutional ambition. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Join K and help shape the financial strength, service, and systems that will support the College's next chapter. Apply Now To be considered, please submit your resume and cover letter at: