Under supervision of the Vice President for Accounting and CFO, the Executive Director of Financial Services manages all aspects of Financial Services, including Payroll, Purchasing, Equipment, Budgeting, fixed and capital assets, construction accounting and General Ledger for all funds of the College. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide strategic leadership for college financial affairs to college administration, the financial services group, and other college staff and faculty within the framework of the Mitchell Community College mission Oversee, monitor, and plan the coordination of and participate in the creation of the annual financial statements, notes, CAFR, MD&A and Single Audit Package Monitors the performance of high-level research, and analysis on all funds and financial issues for accuracy, compliance with regulations, financial statement presentation, and budget preparation and management; report as needed to the MCC Board of Trustees, MCCEE Board of Directors and state and county government Develop, review and provide input to the college and the NCCC system on financial policies and procedure to ensure that business processes are consistent with both policy and best practices. Provide support to Administrators and Budget Managers in establishing, evaluating and administering their budgets or other financial issues; monitor and analyze budgets to keep the Vice President for Accounting and CFO and the President informed of the college's budget status Supervise and monitor the efforts of the Financial Services department.
Related Responsibilities:
Communicate with and directly lead the auditing process with the Office of North Carolina Community College System, the Office of the State Auditor, the Office of the State Controller, the Department of Purchase and Contract, the State Treasurer and other regulating agencies to ensure compliance with GAAP, state and federal regulations Builds, develops and manages finance and IT team capable of carrying out needed initiatives. Stays abreast of trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance for the finance and information technology functions. Oversee and serve as Administrator for the P-card program and Wex fuel card program Provide training and assistance with the Colleges budgeting software, Clarity Coordinate food truck efforts on the main campus to include scheduling, appropriate paperwork, and all communication Reconcile construction and capital project accounting to include updating project information in Interscope Complete all month-end reporting and cash balancing, including monthly cash request from the System Office Serve as Administrator for all banking services and online banking platforms Establishes financial reporting systems and controls to ensure compliance with college expenditure requirements and to meet customer needs. Aligns financial policies and procedures with company objectives. Prepare annual IPEDS, FISAP and other reports and surveys as requested by NCCCS and other agencies Oversee administrative computer security for the finance, payroll and accounts receivable/cashiering functions and provide technical support to accounting system users Maintain and update documentation for Financial Services procedures and staff job descriptions; work with Human Resources to maintain and update college policies and procedures pertaining to the financial area Prepare the Institutional Effectiveness Plan for Financial Services Serve on the Administration Council, Employee Search Committees and other committees as assigned. Oversees and/or participates in special projects assigned by the President or Vice President for Accounting and CFO. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience Requirements Familiar with automated information systems and working knowledge of the principles and theories of accounting Proficiency with complicated formulas and advanced functions of EXCEL and WORD to produce accurate, professional documents Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data and communicate information in a clear and concise manner Ability to work independently and make value judgments which may set new policy Ability to schedule and organize workflow and coordinate efforts among and between different functional areas Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and professionally under pressure and against deadlines Tact, energy, and resourcefulness in dealing with a variety of situations and people An understanding of and commitment to the mission of the College Ability to evaluate and manage employees for performance Ability to grasp existing and new technical systems solutions Other Important KSA's to possess would be strong: Business Acumen; Professional Communication; Ethical Conduct; Leadership; Problem Solving/Analysis; and Strategic Thinking The following are preferred, but not required: MBA and/or CPA Five year's experience in a NC community college setting Proficiency in the use of Colleague by Ellucian Working knowledge of the principles and theories of fund accounting
Education and Experience Requirements:
Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance Five to seven years of professional accounting experience The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered Three to five years of effective experience in supervising
Additional Information Surroundings/Environment:
Standard office environment, usually indoors away from the elements, with moderate noise.
Physical Effort:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to maintain a stationary position for an extended period; move about the office, operate and position computers and files, as needed; and frequently communicate with others. The employee may occasionally move up to 15 pounds.
Scheduling:
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours/weekly. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however, must be able to work a flexible schedule, with day, evening and weekend hours as job duties demand.
Travel:
Local travel is required, including between campus locations.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. (Policy 3.1.1) All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Evidence of U.S. work authorization is required. It is the respective employee's responsibility to obtain initial and continued authorization to work in the U.S., and Mitchell Community College will not provide sponsorship for employees to work in the U.S.
