Director - Financial Administration

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Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

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Established in 1990, the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts is a pioneer of liberal arts education and research at the nexus of the technical and human sciences. The academic programs are internationally acclaimed as models for liberal arts education in a technological age. Founded with the principles of its namesake, former Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen Jr., the College of Liberal Arts believes in the power of transformative urban leadership that is rooted in courage, compassion, and human and social justice. The Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts exemplifies Mayor Allen's legacy through its cross-disciplinary teaching, research, and service. In a research-intensive environment, Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts faculty and students examine a wide range of social and humanistic issues, defining their impact on society, culture, and policy, and exploring solutions in the public interest.

The Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts comprises Georgia Tech's ROTC units and six schools: Economics; History and Sociology; Literature, Media, and Communication; Modern Languages; Public Policy; and the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs.

Plan and direct the financial planning, accounting and reporting functions within a college or a large, organizationally complex research or business unit in accordance with Institute financial policies. May include responsibility for research fund accounting functions. Responsible for setting employee goals, assessing employee performance and providing feedback, and making pay recommendations. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: unit management, faculty and staff; research sponsors and auditors. This position typically will advise and counsel: unit management and faculty. This position will supervise: financial/administrative staff.

Job Duty 1 -
Develop, coordinate and manage unit financial and budgeting systems.

Job Duty 2 -
Manage training, development and staff supervision.

Job Duty 3 -
Perform other duties as assigned

Job Duty 4 -
Manage the maintenance of unit accounts and associated reporting processes.

Job Duty 5 -
Perform ongoing and ad hoc financial analyses and report results.

Job Duty 6 -
Oversee unit budget administration and coordination including budget related reporting.

Job Duty 7 -
Coordinate and facilitate audits of unit financial practices and records.

Job Duty 8 -
May provide financial management support for research projects.

Job Duty 9 -
Advise unit management regarding financial consequences of plans.

Job Duty 10 -
Investigate and resolve unit financial issues.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience
Ten years of job-related experience

Applicants should attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references. References will not be contacted without prior approval.

SKILLS
This job requires advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices, especially as applied within a university academic, research or business-related environment. This includes skills in management/supervision, budgeting, planning, communications, and customer service. Use of office and financial-related computer software and applications is required.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by April 18, 2026 for optimal consideration; however, the search will continue until the position is filled.

Questions about the position may be directed to Mitzi Williams, Director of HR, mwilliams637@gatech.edu

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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. To that end, and 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, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

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This is a supervisory position.
This position does have financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Atlanta, GA

Job Grade: A13

Anticipated salary range of $130,639 - $150,566 will be commensurate with qualifications.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a position of trust background and credit check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening

The Director of Financial Administration oversees the financial operation of the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts, including but not limited to state, foundation, department sales and services, and sponsored funding. This position develops and manages financial and budgeting processes, structures, and systems while maintaining a customer service and continuous improvement mindset. The Director of Financial Administration I monitors and reconciles all funding sources and produces ongoing and ad-hoc financial reports and analyses. An essential function of this position is to provide guidance on the financial implications of strategic and operational decisions. The Director of Financial Administration I resolves unit financial issues and facilitates audits of unit financial practices, transactions, and records. The Director of Financial Administration provides advice and counsel to college leadership and financial managers regarding budget administration, procurement, sponsored research administration, accounting, and reporting. This position requires advanced knowledge of Georgia Tech, State of Georgia, and federal financial and accounting regulations and compliance policies; extensive knowledge of financial, budgeting, and accounting functions; and experience with General Accepted Accounting Principles and Cost Accounting Standards.

The Director of Financial Administration position is a crucial strategic partner and contributor identify funding to support key initiatives that advance the College's global reputation as leader and innovator at the intersection of humanities, social sciences, and technology. This position reports to the College Administrative Officer, supervises the four financial staff in the dean's office, and provides guidance and support to financial staff embedded in units. The high-profile Director position interacts with a wide range of constituents on behalf of the College and supports the dean's office, six academic schools, one research center, one department, and three Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs. The position collaborates regularly with the Dean, the Dean's office staff, the college leadership team, staff, faculty, and students. This position also serves as the liaison with several centralized finance units at the Institute, such as Institute Budget Planning and Administration, Office of the Provost, Office of Development, Office of Sponsored Programs, Office of Financial Aid, Office of Procurement and Business Services, Office of Grants and Contracts, Georgia Tech Foundation, and Georgia Tech Research Corporation.