Assistant Director of Financial Reporting - Foundations

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree with 2-4 years of accounting experience or Bachelor's with 3-5 years of financial management experience.
  • Knowledge of GASB, GAAP, and UPMIFA accounting principles specific to higher education.
  • Experience in preparing and reviewing audited financial statements for various entities.
  • Preferred FASB financial reporting and Foundation fiscal management experience.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership for accounting, reporting, and governance functions associated with the University.
  • Ensure compliance, accuracy, and transparency in foundation and investment accounting.
  • Coordinate with outsourced investment service providers and serve as lead liaison with external advisors and auditors.
  • Administer operations of the financial reporting unit to maintain effective internal controls.
  • Collaborate with multiple University teams to ensure accurate financial integration and reporting.

Benefits

  • Accrued vacation and sick leave for eligible employees.
  • Community service leave.
  • Comprehensive health benefits through Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina.
  • Vision, dental, and flexible spending benefits through NCFlex.
  • 12 paid holidays per year.
  • Retirement plans through the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS).
  • Optional supplemental retirement plans including 401k, 403b, and 457b.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support services.
  • Discounts at the campus recreation center and university bookstore.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type
EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Assistant Director of Financial Reporting - Foundations provides strategic, technical, and operational leadership for all accounting, reporting, and governance functions related to the University's associated entities, endowment administration, and investment activity.

This position ensures accuracy, transparency, and compliance across foundation and investment accounting; coordinates directly with the University's outsourced investment management and custodial service providers; and serves as the University's lead accounting liaison with external advisors and auditors.

The Assistant Director works closely with the University Reporting, Operations, Budget, and Advancement teams to ensure consistent financial integration, accurate consolidation, and adherence to the University's Investment Policy Statement (IPS) and Investment Management Agreement (IMA).

The Assistant Director is responsible for administering and directing the operations of the financial reporting unit to maintain and enhance the internal control system to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. This position involves internal control and judgment in decision-making based on the goals of the organization and effective management of the business and financial accounting/reporting, management of day-to-day activities, and providing guidance in the managerial decision-making process. The Assistant Director must plan, organize and implement overall daily operations to ensure meeting targeted goals and deadlines of the organization within the guidelines of generally accepted accounting principles and policies and procedures of the organization. The quality and timeliness of work impact the effectiveness of the program and the image of the organization.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Financial Reporting Department is a unit of the Controller's Office and provides current, comprehensive, and accurate information to provide accountability and transparency to the University, the people of North Carolina, and beyond concerning its fiduciary resources.

Minimum Requirements

  • Mid- to late-career with a Master's degree and 2- 4 yrs accounting or financial management experience; Bachelor's and 3-5 yrs accounting or financial management experience.
  • Knowledge of higher-education and investment accounting principles (GASB, GAAP, UPMIFA).
  • Experience preparing or reviewing audited financial statements and reconciliations for multiple entities.
  • Experience in FASB financial reporting or Foundation fiscal management preferred
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.


Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
  • CPA, MBA, or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Experience managing outsourced accounting engagements and investment data integrations.
  • Familiarity with UNC System financial reporting and associated-entity governance.
  • Proficiency with Banner, Raiser's Edge, Fundriver, QuickBooks, and investment accounting systems.


Required License or Certification

CPA preferred but not required

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title
Assistant Director of Financial Reporting - Foundations

Position Number
009983

Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA
Exempt

Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track
No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division
Asst VC Bus & Fin/Comptroller

Organizational Location
VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit
Comptroller's Office

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
EPA3077

Open Date
05/05/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled
Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
05/20/2026

Date Position Available
06/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
  • Community Service Leave
  • Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
  • NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount
  • and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40371

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