Assistant Director - Reporting

Lubbock

39042BR

TTUS Financial Managerial Reptng Sv

Position Description

Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large, specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained.

About the University

Established in 1996, the Texas Tech University System is one of the top public university systems in the nation, consisting of five universities - Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Angelo State University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and Midwestern State University.

Headquartered in Lubbock, Texas, the TTU System is a more than $3 billion enterprise focused on advancing higher education, health care, research and outreach with approximately 21,000 employees and 63,000 students, more than 400,000 alumni, a statewide economic impact of $16.4 billion and an endowment valued at $1.7 billion. In its short history, the TTU System has grown tremendously and is nationally acclaimed, operating at 24 academic locations in 20 cities (18 in Texas, 2 international).

In addition, the TTU System is one of only nine in the nation to offer programs for undergraduate, medical, law, nursing, pharmacy, dental and veterinary education, among other academic areas.

About the Department and/or College

As part of the TTU System CFO office, your work will directly contribute to the financial stability and growth of the Texas Tech University System. If you're a strategic thinker with a strong background in financial reporting, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team committed to excellence.

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist with preparation and compilation of the Texas Tech University System (TTUS) Annual Combined Financial Report (ACFR), in collaboration with TTUS component institutions.
• Interprets and implements Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and communicates accounting and reporting impact to TTUS system administration and component institutions.
• Identifies opportunities to innovative, streamline, and improve financial reporting processes.
• Contributes to policy development and updates. Identifies deficiencies in standard operating procedures and internal controls and recommends improved processes for implementation.
• Research proper accounting treatment for transactions.
• Assist leadership with ensuring timely and accurate reporting from TTUS component institution and affiliated organizations.
• Provide direct assistance to management on special projects and other tasks as assigned.
• Live and promote the values of the Texas Tech University System: People First, Integrity, Community, Respect, and Exemplary Service.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate.
• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and analysis in a not-for-profit setting.
• Experience with Banner and/or Cognos Business for Intelligence Reporting.
• Knowledge of State of Texas Comptroller reporting guidelines for state agencies.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

First line Managers

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.