Description

Title: Director of Financial Operations

Bargaining Unit/Salary Level: The Director of Financial Operations is a confidential position, level seven.

Responsibilities: The Maine Community College System (MCCS) is looking for a full-time Director of Financial Operations. The Director is responsible for providing direction and leadership on financial accounting and internal control operations to the Deans of Finance of the seven colleges and to manage the payroll, accounts payable and financial reporting operations for the Maine Community College System. This includes duties such as managing the daily operations of payroll, accounts payable, and general accounting functions, reporting (e.g. budget variance, OPEGA, etc.), monthly closings, compliance, etc. This position serves as a liaison with the State of Maine Controller's Office, Maine Public Employees Retirement System, and external auditors.

Minimum Qualifications: The required minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration and ten years of progressive management experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Knowledge of financial accounting systems (e.g. Jenzabar, Anthology)
• Knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Paycom)
• Knowledge of tax administration - especially in payroll related taxes and regulations
• Knowledge of Federal regulations regarding grant & financial aid administration and ACA (A-21, 110, 133) Knowledge of state regulations (i.e. OPEGA)
• Supervisory and managerial experience with excellent oral and written communication skills.

Why work for the Maine Community College System? Benefits may include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid Holidays
• Statewide Locations
• Tuition Waivers
• Training
• 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant

To apply, please upload your cover letter, current resume/CV, including names and contact information for three professional references, and official transcripts when you complete the online application. Search will remain open until the position is filled.

MCCS is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact the MCCS Affirmative Action Office (207 629-4000. TTY Dial Maine Relay 711.

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