Salary: $88,401.00 - $102,360.00 Annually
Location : Clark College Main Campus, Vancouver, WA
Job Type: FT Admin/Exempt
Job Number: 26-00062
Unit: Administrative Services
Department: Business Services
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 3:00 PM Pacific

Description
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Assistant Director in the Business services department. Receivable, Grants & Contracts, and Cashiering. This position supports the College's mission by supervising Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Grants & Contracts, and Cashiering. These functions support the mission by paying all bills, collecting accounts receivables including tuition payments and reconciling financial aid, analyzing and implementing grants and contracts, and receipting payments for tuition and other activities. Reporting to the Director of Business Services, this position supervises and oversees the college's daily accounting transactions for accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashiering, budgeting and grant & contract accounting.

Position Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Grants and Contracts, and Cashiering functions for the College.
• Interview and recommend selection of applicants, assign and schedule work, conduct training of staff, act upon leave requests, complete annual performance evaluations, and recommend corrective or disciplinary action as needed.
• Reconcile the general ledgers accounts to validate the accuracy of outstanding accounts receivable and account payable balances. Make adjusting entries monthly.
• Oversee reconciliation of monthly bank reconciliation.
• Monitor the collection of daily receipts and deposits and vendor payments.
• Assure compliance with Title IV requirements, College policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles. As policies and regulations change, evaluate and determine new policies that the college must adhere to and stay in compliance with.
• Assure compliance with state and federal grant regulations.
• Supervise fiscal staff in preparation and research of all repayments or reimbursements for Pell, SEOG, and Work Study.
• Review the configuration of the college's computerized accounting system to identify problems, provide solutions and to streamline business processes. Identify ways to improve efficiency and make necessary configuration changes and changes to procedures for A/P, A/R, Grants and Cashiering.
• Reconcile and pay college procurement cards twice a month, ensuring they are always in balance, and nothing is outstanding for more than 30 days. Provide a reconciliation to the Director once a month.
• Prepare year end closing entries and adjusting entries.
• Assist in preparation of the annual budget, including entering budget into computerized systems. Identify and correct budget errors.
• Complete payroll transfers twice a month, one each payday.
• Train and coach staff when implementing new procedures and/or changes. Identify, provide, and encourage staff personal development training.
• Work collaboratively with Business Services staff as well as with colleagues in other areas of the College. Communicate fiscal procedures, both internally and externally, and determine methods of improving procedures and services.
• Train and coach staff when implementing new procedures and/or changes. Identify, provide, and encourage staff personal development training.
• Maintain position descriptions, performance development plans, and performance evaluations.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Business Services.
• Serve as chair or member of designated College committees, councils, and teams.
• Provide leadership in accordance with the Mission and Vision established by the College, furthering Core Themes and College Objectives.
• Ensure areas of responsibility operate effectively within the policies and procedures of the College and applicable governing agencies.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for operating unit(s).
• Train, supervise, and evaluate employees in accordance with negotiated agreements, applicable state and federal laws, and College policies and procedures.
• Exercise effective stewardship over college resources.
• Prepare reports and analytical materials to illustrate objectives, activities, and accomplishments of areas of responsibility.
• Create a safe, bias-free working environment, which engenders respect for differences.
• Work to achieve the core theme of fostering a diverse college community as established by the College.
• Engage in and promote shared governance.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Bachelor's degree including 15 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting AND three (3) years of relevant professional experience.
• Accounting experience in a governmental agency.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with a complex, automated financial management system.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and specialized database systems.
• Knowledge of accounting theory and practice and generally accepted accounting principles.

Supplemental Information

POSITION COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to use time and resources to complete work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Excellent communication skills in interpersonal, written, and group settings.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Clark College promotes work/life balance for employees.
• McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
• Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
• Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
• On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
• Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
• Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.

SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $88,401 - $102,360 annually (commensurate with qualifications and experience).

Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., August 10, 2026.
REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Clark College online application
• Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
• Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.

Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs

To contact Clark College Office of People and Culture, please call (360) 992-2105 or email