Executive Director of Financial Operations

The Company is seeking an Associate Controller/Executive Director of Financial Operations to lead accounting, payroll, procurement, and student accounts operations. The role oversees and develops financial operations managers, supports senior financial leadership, and ensures effective service delivery and accountability. Responsibilities include managing monthly and year-end close, financial statements and reporting, general ledger oversight, reconciliations, and annual audit preparation. The successful candidate will strengthen internal controls and compliance, improve financial systems and processes, and lead initiatives that enhance accuracy and operational efficiency. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and at least five years of governmental or fund accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities. Required expertise includes GAAP, GASB, FASB, federal compliance, complex reconciliations, financial analysis, year-end closing, and external audit preparation. The role also calls for demonstrated ability to lead and develop finance professionals, establish effective controls, solve problems, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly across an organization. Experience in community college or higher education finance is preferred.