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Director, University Accounting and Treasury Services

Northern Kentucky University

20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)

Apr 13, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Director, University Accounting and Treasury Services
Department	Comptroller's Office
Compensation Title
Position Number	30000183
Position Status	Regular
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday 8:15 am - 4:30 pm
Hours per Week	37.5
Months per Year	12
Purpose of Position	Reporting to Associate Vice President, Financial Services, the Director of University Accounting and Treasury Services, is responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations. This includes managing general accounting, treasury services, capital asset management, and accounts payable. The key responsibilities include ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data and reporting, as well as the preparation of financial documents for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. In addition to these core duties, the role entails preparing financial documents including the annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and GASB regulations, developing financial policies and procedures, and handling special projects assigned by the Associate Vice President of Financial Services. The Director also supervises employees in the accounting department and serves as a backup for the Associate Vice President of Financial Services.
Primary Responsibilities	Provide leadership and oversight for the University's accounting and treasury functions, including general accounting, accounts payable, capital assets, and cash management. Supervise and develop University accounting staff, including assigning work, reviewing outputs, and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of accounting records. Review and approve journal entries to ensure accuracy, appropriate documentation, and compliance with University policy and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements. Lead the fiscal yearend close process, including preparation of closing entries, audit schedules, and supporting documentation. Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and coordinate the preparation of materials for annual financial statement audits. Coordinate the preparation, review, and submission of external financial reports, including (but not limited to) CAFR/ACFR, FISAP, IPEDS, Council on Postsecondary Education, ABA, MIR, and other required regulatory or stakeholder reports. Review Universityrelated foundation financial activity and statements, as needed, for inclusion in consolidated reporting. Collaborate with campus partners to support and improve financial accounting and reporting systems, including integrations with student, human resources, and other institutional systems. Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in accounting required. Significant progressive experience in accounting Demonstrated knowledge of governmental or fund accounting and GASB standards. Experience leading or supervising professional staff. Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills. Experience working with enterprise financial systems and complex financial reporting environments. CPA licensure and demonstrated experience in higher education or governmental accounting preferred. Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Minimum Education	Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education	Master's Degree
Minimum Experience	7 years
Salary	TBD
Pay Grade	UN

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2026S2342
Job Open Date	04/13/2026
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15551
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