Director of Business & Finance - Laney Graduate School

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The Laney Graduate School is seeking a Director of Business & Finance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial planning, budgeting, business operations, and administrative functions in support of the school’s academic mission. Reporting to senior leadership, this role serves as a key partner in developing and implementing financial strategies, optimizing business processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting operational excellence. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and influential leader with strong financial acumen, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to work effectively across a diverse university community to drive sound decision-making and organizational success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans, administers and monitors the financial and operational policies and procedures of a school or major organizational unit.

Coordinates and participates in the strategic planning process.

Develops short and long term financial goals and implements fiscal policies to support the financial viability of the organization.

Assesses cash needs, manages cash flow and maximizes the appropriate use of funds.

May negotiate and sign contracts; oversees the preparation of operations and grant budgets; monitors compliance.

May coordinate auditing activities of independent public accountants.

Works closely with the LGS CBO to support effective implementation and ongoing compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Develops, implements and maintains computer-based accounting systems.

May oversee the administration and maintenance of organizational information systems.

Establishes and maintains relationships with banks, auditors and other constituents.

May represent the organization in external financial or business activities.

Develops and prepares operational and statistical reports.

Trains and supervises staff.

Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

May work on special projects under the guidance of the CBO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or finance.

Seven years of related financial experience. Positions in this classification may require a Certified Public Accountant.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills; must be an active listener and open-minded collaborator.

Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and across the Emory community.

Extensive knowledge of management strategies and practical application in the workplace.

Experience with process mapping and process improvement.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

The Laney Graduate School is seeking a Director of Business & Finance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial planning, budgeting, business operations, and administrative functions in support of the school’s academic mission. Reporting to senior leadership, this role serves as a key partner in developing and implementing financial strategies, optimizing business processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting operational excellence. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and influential leader with strong financial acumen, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to work effectively across a diverse university community to drive sound decision-making and organizational success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans, administers and monitors the financial and operational policies and procedures of a school or major organizational unit.

Coordinates and participates in the strategic planning process.

Develops short and long term financial goals and implements fiscal policies to support the financial viability of the organization.

Assesses cash needs, manages cash flow and maximizes the appropriate use of funds.

May negotiate and sign contracts; oversees the preparation of operations and grant budgets; monitors compliance.

May coordinate auditing activities of independent public accountants.

Works closely with the LGS CBO to support effective implementation and ongoing compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Develops, implements and maintains computer-based accounting systems.

May oversee the administration and maintenance of organizational information systems.

Establishes and maintains relationships with banks, auditors and other constituents.

May represent the organization in external financial or business activities.

Develops and prepares operational and statistical reports.

Trains and supervises staff.

Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

May work on special projects under the guidance of the CBO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or finance.

Seven years of related financial experience. Positions in this classification may require a Certified Public Accountant.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills; must be an active listener and open-minded collaborator.

Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and across the Emory community.

Extensive knowledge of management strategies and practical application in the workplace.

Experience with process mapping and process improvement.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.