Director of Finance

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 09-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance assists with the supervision and maintenance of the college financial policies and procedures in the business office. The Director of Finance will oversee the budget and finances within the Columbus Service Area.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Directs all financial and accounting activities across the campuses in accordance with guidelines set by the Chief Financial Officer and the Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance.
Support faculty and staff with purchasing and ensure compliance with the colleges purchasing policy.
Responsible for all aspects of business office cash management including daily review of all cash receipts cash receipt forms ensuring cash transfers in accordance with College policy and preparation of bank deposits. Reconciliation of all clearing accounts for the Columbus campus.
Ensures the integrity of all financial accounts receivable and fixed asset information for the campuses.
Lead all Business Office meetings.
Coordinate all communications interactions and problem-solving involving student accounts and the Business Office for the Columbus campus.
Provide counter service for business office operations as needed.
Prepare reports as requested by the Vice Chancellor of Finance & Administration and System Office.
Assists in maintaining proper internal controls and ensuring compliance with College policies and procedures in the Business Office
Reconcile bank statements
Plans prepares and administers annual operating capital utilities and lease budgets.
Provides monthly campus financial analysis and interpretation and maintains necessary budgetary controls.
Oversees procurement processes at the campus level in accordance with the Colleges purchasing policy.
Oversees third-party contracts/grants from government agencies in conjunction with System Office Sponsored Program Accounting staff.
Directs Business Office functions including purchasing budgeting accounts receivable and fixed asset management.
Manages and coordinates special projects as assigned by the Vice Chancellor or Chancellor.
Demonstrates a strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability adaptability strong problem-solving and desire to identify and support student success.
Creates and implements campus training related to financial systems policies and procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises business office staff.
Assigns financial responsibilities in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Hiring Range:

$65000 - $ 80000 based on education level and related experience in similar roles

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office within a shared campus location. The environment is typically calm and organized allowing for focused work with limited interruptions.

Benefits:

Full-time benefits-eligible position with no enrollment waiting period.
Exceptional benefit offerings including:
Medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance spouse/child life insurance long-term disability and short-term disability.
Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution no match necessary with no waiting period.
Paid time off: vacation sick time holidays winter break between December 25th and January 1st and more. Up to 47 paid days off per year.
Free Ivy Tech tuition for employees spouses and dependents.
For those pursuing higher degrees Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.
Opportunities for Professional Development.
Discounts for rental cars hotels and electronic and mobile devices.
Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits visit Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to create and manage organizational budgets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide accounting services as detailed in the management agreement.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as budget creation and analysis software.
- Excellent managerial skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of budgetary and accounting principles practices and policies.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Economics or Finance with a minimum of 4 years of experience; OR a relevant Masters degree with 3 years of experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Required Experience:

Director

Duties/Responsibilities:

Directs all financial and accounting activities across the campuses in accordance with guidelines set by the Chief Financial Officer and the Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance.
Support faculty and staff with purchasing and ensure compliance with the colleges purchasing policy.
Responsible for all aspects of business office cash management including daily review of all cash receipts cash receipt forms ensuring cash transfers in accordance with College policy and preparation of bank deposits. Reconciliation of all clearing accounts for the Columbus campus.
Ensures the integrity of all financial accounts receivable and fixed asset information for the campuses.
Lead all Business Office meetings.
Coordinate all communications interactions and problem-solving involving student accounts and the Business Office for the Columbus campus.
Provide counter service for business office operations as needed.
Prepare reports as requested by the Vice Chancellor of Finance & Administration and System Office.
Assists in maintaining proper internal controls and ensuring compliance with College policies and procedures in the Business Office
Reconcile bank statements
Plans prepares and administers annual operating capital utilities and lease budgets.
Provides monthly campus financial analysis and interpretation and maintains necessary budgetary controls.
Oversees procurement processes at the campus level in accordance with the Colleges purchasing policy.
Oversees third-party contracts/grants from government agencies in conjunction with System Office Sponsored Program Accounting staff.
Directs Business Office functions including purchasing budgeting accounts receivable and fixed asset management.
Manages and coordinates special projects as assigned by the Vice Chancellor or Chancellor.
Demonstrates a strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability adaptability strong problem-solving and desire to identify and support student success.
Creates and implements campus training related to financial systems policies and procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises business office staff.
Assigns financial responsibilities in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Hiring Range:

$65000 - $ 80000 based on education level and related experience in similar roles

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office within a shared campus location. The environment is typically calm and organized allowing for focused work with limited interruptions.

Benefits:

Full-time benefits-eligible position with no enrollment waiting period.
Exceptional benefit offerings including:
Medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance spouse/child life insurance long-term disability and short-term disability.
Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution no match necessary with no waiting period.
Paid time off: vacation sick time holidays winter break between December 25th and January 1st and more. Up to 47 paid days off per year.
Free Ivy Tech tuition for employees spouses and dependents.
For those pursuing higher degrees Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.
Opportunities for Professional Development.
Discounts for rental cars hotels and electronic and mobile devices.
Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits visit Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to create and manage organizational budgets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide accounting services as detailed in the management agreement.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as budget creation and analysis software.
- Excellent managerial skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of budgetary and accounting principles practices and policies.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Economics or Finance with a minimum of 4 years of experience; OR a relevant Masters degree with 3 years of experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.