Director of Finance – Campus Services

Emory University

. Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Campus Services Finance Department .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis, while providing strategic leadership and oversight for finance operations. Proficient in developing financial models and improving financial processes within complex institutional environments.

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Financial ManagementBudget DevelopmentFinancial ReportingLeadership ExperienceFinancial Analysis

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Hard Skills

Financial PlanningAccounting PracticesBusiness Intelligence ToolsFinancial ControlsAdvanced Excel SkillsFinancial ModelingScenario AnalysisResource ManagementFinancial StewardshipPerformance Metrics

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership SkillsRelationship ManagementTraining Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeFinancial Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced DegreeRelevant Professional Certification

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationHealthcareFacilities ManagementConstructionComplex Institutional Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Campus Services Finance Department
Oversee financial management, planning, reporting, and stewardship of resources across the Campus Services portfolio
Advise Campus Services leadership on financial matters and partner with departmental leaders and University financial offices
Lead operating and capital budget development and short- and long-range financial planning
Develop financial models, business cases, scenario analyses, and forecasts
Monitor financial performance, expenses, fund balances, reserves, and financial commitments
Oversee departmental accounting and month-end and year-end close processes
Lead financial reporting and business intelligence activities
Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, governance, workflows, and internal controls
Partner with leaders and finance staff to strengthen financial accountability and management practices
Improve financial processes, systems, workflows, and reporting practices
Oversee Finance service delivery to Campus Services departments
Develop financial communication, guidance, and training for leaders, budget managers, and staff
Lead the Campus Services Finance team, including hiring, supervision, performance management, workload management, professional development, and succession planning
Develop the department's mission, vision, strategic priorities, annual goals, and performance metrics
Maintain relationships with central University Finance, Budget, Treasury, Controller, and other University offices
Represent Campus Services on University committees, working groups, and initiatives related to finance, budgeting, accounting, financial systems, and resource management
Develop recommendations balancing departmental needs with broader Campus Services and University priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, financial planning, financial analysis, or related business operations, including demonstrated leadership experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Demonstrated experience managing complex budgets, financial planning, financial reporting, and financial analysis
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills
Demonstrated analytical, communication, leadership, and relationship-management skills
Ability to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs
Residency in the state of Georgia required
Experience in higher education, healthcare, facilities, construction, or another complex institutional environment preferred
Advanced degree and/or relevant professional certification preferred
Strong knowledge of financial systems, financial controls, accounting and budgeting practices, and business intelligence tools preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities