Job No. 158317
- Job Title:
- Assistant Director - Office of Financial Reporting
- Employer:
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James Madison University
- Location:
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Harrisonburg , VA
- Posting Date:
- 21-Apr-2026
- Description:
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General Information:
The Office of Financial Reporting seeks an Assistant Director to join us in supporting
the University’s mission by producing reliable, timely financial information and transactions. We are a customer-service oriented office with a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and professionalism.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee the preparation and completion of timely and accurate financial reports, financial information and analysis, data requests, etc. provided to both internal and external sources. Reports include, but are not limited to the annual NCAA/EADA Reports, quarterly Board of Visitors Report, and monthly Revenue Report.
Assist the Director in the review, analysis and implementation of new GASB standards and all other financial reporting guidelines and standards.
Assist with the annual audit requests.
Direct and supervise professional accountants, clerical staff, and possibly students.
Oversee general ledger account maintenance and audits of chart of accounts for accuracy and compliance with University, State and Federal guidelines.
Prepare and submit the University’s UBIT Tax return.
Serve as backup to the Director.
Special assignments and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
Experience in public accounting.
Experience in state university or other higher education setting.
Supervisory experience.
Experience in auditing, preparing, or aiding in the preparation of financial statements for a large organization.
Expert knowledge of accounting principles as defined by GAAP as well as a general working knowledge of office procedures and practices.
Demonstrated familiarity with GASB standards and/or higher education financial operations, policies and procedures.
The ability to work independently with minor supervision and to work effectively with other employees both within the department and across the University community as a whole.
The ability to work effectively under pressure when necessary to meet deadlines, etc., including working occasional weekends during financial statements season.
Computer experience is required, with a focus in Excel or other spreadsheets preferred.
Additional Considerations:
Experience with PeopleSoft or other financial management system
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
- Contact information:
- James Madison University
- Harrisonburg, VA 22807
- United States
- Employer's Website:
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