Position Details

Vacancy TypeTemporaryIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoWorking TitleUTS-Temporary Accounting Director at UNC Chapel Hill (RTP location)Salary RangeAnticipated Hiring Range48.00-50.00 per hourPosition Number48KS38Work ScheduleM-F 40 hours per weekFull Time Equivalent (FTE)Department480502 - HR UTS/UNC PartnershipDepartment Job City & StateRTP, NCEssential Job Duties

The Director of Finance and Administration is responsible for the effective
administrative and financial support of the other divisions. This position has
the authority and the responsibility for implementing budgetary long-range
strategic plan objectives, and for providing leadership and direction to employees and
senior leadership. This position exercises substantial independent decision making with regard to management and allocation of resources. The Director of Finance and
Administration provides principal leadership in identifying financial strategies and an
efficient administrative structure to enable us to utilize resources wisely.

Other Work/ResponsibilitiesMinimum Experience/Education

Related Master’s degree and a minimum of three years professional-level
experience in managing the budget of a large organization and/or providing
business case guidance to senior leadership in a non-profit, higher education, or
highly regulated setting, including at least one year directing an organization-wide
budget; or a Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, management, or
related fields and five to seven years of related professional-level experience.
*Prior project leadership and supervisory experience;
Accounting /auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical
accounting/financial statements and reports;
*Demonstrated experience in Financial and Human Resources systems (e.g.
PeopleSoft, PeopleAdmin, etc.), and State Procurement Systems;
Ability to interpret and apply complete Federal and State fiscal regulations to
analyze and correct accounting and financial problems and errors;
*Ability to recommend changes in the accounting system and procedures.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with business and program
personnel;
*Ability to plan and supervise the work of other accounting and facility personnel;
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices including knowledge
of budgetary planning, developing and control;
*Understanding of audit requirements and a thorough knowledge of government
accounting methods and procedures and financial practices;
Thorough knowledge of the State’s biennium budget, repair and renovation and
capital budget process;
*Knowledge of fiscal year closeout process and procedures;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational and problem
solving skills;
*Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook);
Ability to manage, direct and organize agency operations and program
management from a financial standpoint;
*Ability to move the agency forward in accordance with the organization’s strategic
plans.

Departmental Required Skills

Related Master’s degree and a minimum of three years professional-level
experience in managing the budget of a large organization and/or providing
business case guidance to senior leadership in a non-profit, higher education, or
highly regulated setting, including at least one year directing an organization-wide
budget; or a Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, management, or
related fields and five to seven years of related professional-level experience.
*Prior project leadership and supervisory experience;
Accounting /auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical
accounting/financial statements and reports;
*Demonstrated experience in Financial and Human Resources systems (e.g.
PeopleSoft, PeopleAdmin, etc.), and State Procurement Systems;
Ability to interpret and apply complete Federal and State fiscal regulations to
analyze and correct accounting and financial problems and errors;
*Ability to recommend changes in the accounting system and procedures.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with business and program
personnel;
*Ability to plan and supervise the work of other accounting and facility personnel;
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices including knowledge
of budgetary planning, developing and control;
*Understanding of audit requirements and a thorough knowledge of government
accounting methods and procedures and financial practices;
Thorough knowledge of the State’s biennium budget, repair and renovation and
capital budget process;
*Knowledge of fiscal year closeout process and procedures;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational and problem
solving skills;
*Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook);
Ability to manage, direct and organize agency operations and program
management from a financial standpoint;
*Ability to move the agency forward in accordance with the organization’s strategic
plans.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Previous experience working as a Director or Controller

Required License or Certification

N/A

Special InstructionsJob Open Date09/04/2020Must Be Open Until

Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.09/12/2020Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire DateAA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you selected "Other" for the previous question, please provide the source you learned about this opportunity from.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a Master's Degree in accounting, business management, finance, or related field?
   • Yes
   • No

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter