Assistant Director of Finance

The Assistant Director of Finance serves as the senior financial leader in the Department of Public Health Sciences, providing oversight for departmental budget development, financial reporting, contracts & grants, gifts/endowments, funds flow, reserve management, financial agreements, accounts payable, and contract administration. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position delegates work to the Contracts and Grants Supervisor 2 and manages a team of Finance and Research finance analysts to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations for the department. This position requires expertise in financial analysis and planning, including expertise in managing complex grants and contracts with state and federal agencies. This position also provides strategic financial guidance to the Department Chair, Division Chiefs, and Center Directors playing a critical role in fiscal planning for the department’s $60M+ operating budget.

Apply By Date September 18, 2026 at 11:59PM; Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in finance, accounting, or financial management, including experience in budgeting, reporting, and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience supervising professional staff, including providing guidance, performance management, and professional development.
• Experience working with fiscal policies, procedures, and regulations applicable to university, healthcare or research administration environments.
• Experience managing contracts, grants, and sponsored projects, including pre- and post-award financial administration.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to independe