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Senior Director, Finance & Administration

Georgia
State University

Are you passionate about leading financial strategy, operational excellence, and administrative
functions that drive organizational success? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!


We hire great people from a
wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a
stronger team.

Our mission is ensure responsible stewardship of university resources while supporting the division’s strategic
priorities through sound financial planning, operational efficiency, and exceptional service delivery.


The Facilities
Management Services Division
seeks to hire a Senior Director, Finance & Administration who will serve as a key
member of the leadership team, providing strategic direction and oversight of financial, administrative, and operational functions in
support of Georgia State University’s mission.

This position reports to the This position reports to the Vice President,
Facilities & Building Services and serves as a trusted advisor on financial, operational, and organizational matters.


WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

  • Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement,
    etc.
  • A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
  • Professional development opportunity
    and mentorship.
  • A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:


The
Senior Director, Finance & Administration will provide strategic leadership for the division’s financial, administrative, operational,
customer service, technology, and project management functions. This role ensures effective stewardship of resources, alignment with
institutional priorities, and delivery of high-quality services across the division.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
INCLUDE:


  • Strategic Leadership and Financial Management: Lead the development and execution of divisional
    financial strategy aligned with institutional goals and priorities. Direct all budget planning, forecasting, and financial reporting
    activities, including operating and capital budgets. Evaluate financial trends, assess resource needs, and develop recommendations to
    support strategic initiatives and decision-making.
  • Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis: Oversee the
    preparation, monitoring, and adjustment of budgets and financial plans. Provide detailed financial analyses, projections, and reports to
    senior leadership. Establish and maintain systems to track funding utilization, financial performance, and compliance with university
    policies and budgetary requirements.
  • Administrative and Operational Oversight: Provide leadership and direction
    for administrative, operational, and service delivery functions across the division. Establish performance standards, service metrics, and
    continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and customer satisfaction. Monitor performance indicators and
    implement strategies to improve operational outcomes. Collaborate with the Human Resources Business Partner to support workforce planning,
    organizational design, staffing strategies, and position management. Review and approve staffing plans and resource allocations to ensure
    alignment with operational needs and budget constraints. Promote employee engagement, leadership development, and succession planning
    initiatives.
  • Project and Contract Oversight:Direct financial and administrative oversight for capital projects,
    construction contracts, consulting agreements, and special initiatives. Establish governance frameworks and monitoring processes to ensure
    projects are delivered within approved budgets, timelines, and funding structures. Ensure appropriate stewardship of all funding supporting
    divisional initiatives.
  • Other duties:Ensure compliance with institutional policies, financial regulations, and
    internal control standards. Implement governance practices and risk management strategies to safeguard divisional resources and ensure
    accountability in all financial and operational activities. Serve as a key member of the division’s executive leadership team. Represent the
    division on university committees, strategic initiatives, and institutional task forces. Act as a principle advisor to the Vice President
    and may act on their behalf as needed.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It
is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context
of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct
supervisor.

Qualifications:
Minimum Hiring
Qualifications:


  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and seven years of
    progressively responsible finance and administrative management experience, including supervisory experience; or a combination of education
    and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

  • Experience managing large operating and
    capital budgets.
  • Experience overseeing capital projects, construction contracts, and facilities-related
    operations.
  • Experience in higher education or public-sector administration.
  • Experience serving as a strategic advisor to
    executive leadership.
  • Experience leading administrative and operational functions across multiple departments.
  • Experience
    with workforce planning, organizational design, and resource management.

College/Business Unit: Facilities
Management Services


Department: Facilities Management Admin

Location: Atlanta
Campus



Shift: 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience


FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)


Special Instructions:
To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission
must provide the following documents:

  • A complete and accurate GSU application
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • 3
    Professional References


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Georgia State University ValuesCOMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared
identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all
people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally
pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better
placeINTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources,
EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention
and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value StatementThe University
System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment OpportunityGeorgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and
individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Background CheckSuccessful candidate must be able to pass a
comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor
Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its
students’ and employees’ safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security
Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.



Please note, Georgia State
University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information,
national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.


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