Director - Budget and Financial Reporting

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Mar 17, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S13385P
Working Title	Director - Budget and Financial Reporting
Department	Athletics-Business Office
About the University of Georgia	Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Typical business hours of Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Working occasional nights and weekends are required when business services are needed at UGAA events or competitions.
Advertised Salary	$80,000 - $90,000
Posting Date	03/17/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	06/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Finance/Budget Professional
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications	Prefer master's degree in accounting or finance, Business Administration or other business-related field, and two to five years of professional experience in related field; Professional certification in the field, such as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant), is preferred.
Position Summary	The Director - Budget and Financial Reporting will coordinate annual operating budget development for all sports and departments within the UGA Athletic Association to include logistics, data gathering, analysis, implementation, and communication. In addition, this position will assist with long-term financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to encompass budget, cash flows, debt/financing, capital projects, operations, payroll, and change management initiatives for the Association.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Strong interpersonal, management, communication and organizational skills, an in-depth knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and the ability to effectively represent the College within and outside of the campus community. Advanced knowledge in accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and the ability to maintain the financial status of a variety of statements and records. Advanced computer skills including an extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and competence in creating and working with spreadsheet applications. Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple tasks and work cooperatively and effectively with a wide range of staff across a department. Excellent communication and customer service skills, an aptitude for working with numbers, and above average analytical skills are essential. Self-motivated, and accustomed to working in a high volume, fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment. Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Physical Demands	Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time. Regularly stand; walk; use hands and reach with arms. Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Close and distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate annual operating budget development for all sports and departments within the Association (logistics, data gathering, analysis, implementation, and communication).
Track, analyze, & project operating budget progress throughout the fiscal year, including internal reporting and remediation of issues. Develop new policies and practices for effective budget management.
Track financial aspects of capital projects such as updates to monthly reports and cash flow, which include fundraising, budgeting, spending, and financing to ensure appropriate fiscal management, communication, and alignment with long-term strategic planning.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with long-term financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to encompass budget, cash flows, debt/financing, capital projects, operations, payroll, and change management initiatives for the Association, to include the related research, policy development, presentation/communication, and implementation needed in conjunction with impacted units and Association leadership.
Prepare all external financial reporting information, most notably the annual EADA Report and NCAA Financial Report. Complete ad-hoc reports and surveys requested by the Southeastern Conference, NCAA, state, creditors, and others.
Assist with financial data analytics and visual reporting to facilitate strategic and tactical decision making.
Assist with coordination of special projects and program/process improvement initiatives for the Association (logistics, scheduling, research, data compilation), in the form of proformas, presentations and reports, board meeting preparation, working groups and committees, and capital acquisitions.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible for ad-hoc review (minimum of once annually) of UGAA policies and procedures, recommendation of updates to senior leadership, communication of changes to UGAA staff, and related updates to business and travel office website to reflect amended policies and procedures.
Assist with ensuring the Association's compliance with SEC and NCAA cap regulations, including assistance with preparing necessary reports to the appropriate governing bodies.
Assist with managing and optimizing the scholarship budget and Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) compensation for student-athletes.

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Duties/Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned by the Associate AD - Finance & Strategic Planning
Percentage of time	10