Director Financial Affairs II - 530771
Job no: 530771
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Accounting/Bookkeeping, Director/Executive
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $102,800 - Midpoint: $143,900 (Salaried E15)
Department/Organization: 502702 - Campus Financial Affairs
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary: The Director of Financial Affairs II oversees all accounting and budgeting activities for assigned area(s) with a significantly larger size and budget. Ensures application of accounting principles, practices, and techniques in accordance with industry standards, current laws, and University policy. Manages resources of assigned area(s) to accomplish goals and objectives. Supervises accounting and other staff. Provides guidance and direction to staff in assigned area(s).
Additional Department Summary: Provides comprehensive leadership for all fiscal operations within the college, including budgeting, management, and financial reporting to the Styslinger College of Engineering (SCoE). Serves on the SCoE college leadership team and advises the Dean on resource allocation, funding strategies, and ensures financial management of resources. Leads the SCoE Financial Services Team. Coordinates and oversees all services that fall under the financial umbrella of the college, including the accounting and budgeting for each unit within the college. Directs all aspects of the budget accounting process, including annual budget development and forecasting. Reviews college-level business processes and implements procedure updates. Manage the development of internal processes to ensure compliance with policies and procedures as directed by the University, Finance and Operations, Academic Affairs, and the Styslinger College of Engineering. Serves as the college liaison for Human Resources by providing oversight of recruitment, payroll, benefits, and employee relations for the Styslinger College of Engineering faculty, staff, and students.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related financial field and eight (8) years of accounting experience; OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and six (6) years of accounting experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated and able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively. Ability to work with faculty and staff on various projects and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Ability to lead a team to work collaboratively in a dynamic setting and an environment of constant growth and change. Ability to work independently at a rapid pace with numerous interruptions, cope with stressful conditions, and demonstrate tact, versatility, and adaptability. Ability to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and directional initiative.
Proficient in advanced spreadsheet and database operations. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret complex data to develop financial models and prepare comprehensive reports.
Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in accounting or closely related field and/or CPA. Experience partnering with senior leadership, overseeing financial operations and guiding budget development. Two (2) years of experience in a leadership position with supervisory duties. Some experience in not-for-profit accounting, especially higher education. Knowledge and experience with University's accounting, financial, and purchasing policies and procedures. Some experience using PageUp, Banner, and Concur.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Advertised: 02 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time
