Assistant AD, Business and Financial Reporting

About the Department:

George Mason Athletics unites communities by developing champions with a mission to inspire and transform lives through the power of sports. Mason Athletics serves 500 student-athletes in 22 NCAA Division I sports. We are a proud member of the Atlantic 10 Conference with over 20 Conference Championships NCAA Championships in Womens Soccer and Mens Indoor Track an NCAA Final Four appearance with Mens Basketball and over 30 individual National Champions. We are student-focused education-centered and committed to providing transformational experiences for our student-athletes and staff. Our five priorities are Student-Athlete Experience Competition Resources Storytelling & Engagement and Championship Culture.

About the Position:

The Assistant AD Business and Financial Reporting manages the day-to-day operations of the Athletic Department Business Office. This position maintains daily oversight of the Athletic Departments financial reporting budgeting accounts payable / receivable and procurement functions. This position also reviews / approves select expenditures and maintains/supports an environment that emphasizes and prioritizes adherence to a strong internal control framework. Specifically the Assistant Athletic Director Business and Financial Reporting works in conjunction with the Deputy AD Finance & Business Strategy / CFO to ensure that the Athletic Departments financial reporting requirements are met. The position oversees the completion of mandated and ad hoc financial reports/analyses (i.e. Federal EADA Report and NCAA AUP Report). Since this position is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process the position serves as the primary liaison to the Athletic Departments internal and external auditors on most business-related matters. Additionally the Asst. AD Business and Financial Reporting supports the development of the Athletic Departments annual budget.

Responsibilities:

Mandatory Reporting

• Works in conjunction with the Deputy AD Finance & Business Strategy to complete mandated and ad hoc Athletic Department financial reports. Examples of required reports include the Federal EADA Report NCAA/AUP Report NCAA Report on Uses and Private Business Use Questionnaire; and
• Prepares a variety of other reports and analyses that may be requested by management in accordance with established standards and in a manner that addresses the needs/requirements of the end-user(s).

University and Commonwealth Reporting

• Oversees monthly reconciliation reporting (organizational and bank) and internal control testing;
• Performs systematic reviews of Banner financial activity to verify that all charges and credits are accurate and appropriate usually comparing to source documentation to confirm the accuracy of postings and identify expected transactions that have not yet occurred; and
• Supports ARMICS process including transaction assessment and testing on an ongoing basis. ARMICS mandates the use of internal control standards and best practices that directly support the Commonwealths vision and long-term objectives.

Budget Development Support

• Works with each sport and support unit to review needs and assess priorities based on available funding;
• Throughout the year tracks the Athletic Departments budget performance by regularly monitoring the existing budget dashboard preparing monthly budget vs. actual status updates and formulating year-end projections that can be utilized for decision-making and planning purposes. The budget process involves an extensive review of the previous years financial results as well as consideration of university/department-wide goals; and
• Throughout the year monitors how actual revenues and expenses compare with what was budgeted. If actual revenues or expenses deviate from budgeted amounts the Assistant AD investigates the variances and works with the Deputy AD to determine appropriate follow-up action.

Transaction Processing

• Reviews/approves select expenditure documents (i.e. expense reports JVs eVA orders transfers and wires etc.) and maintains/supports an environment that emphasizes and prioritizes adherence to a strong internal control framework;
• Prepares coordinates processes and files internal and external business office related forms and correspondence with key vendors; and
• Supports P-Card reconciliations utilizing the Mason Finance Gateway system as a cardholder for purchasing card and foundation card.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Works with the Deputy AD on special projects and other initiatives that impact Business Office and department operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree in related of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement;
• Related experience (generally 5 years) in accounting business and/or intercollegiate athletics;
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Excel required;
• Familiarity with project management tools and data visualization tools;
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules;
• Demonstrated skills in financial management planning and reporting and department budgeting;
• Highly proficiency and skills with current office software such as Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate professionally and effectively at all levels within the organization including executive level management and senior leadership and individuals of diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to collect analyze and interpret financial data; drawing conclusions and making budget recommendations;
• Ability to monitor annual budget analyze past trends and project future needs to forecast and manage the athletics budget; and
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion and interact effectively with multiple constituencies both internal and external to execute job responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant;
• Masters degree with a focus on accounting business and/or finance strongly preferred;
• Related experience (generally 7 years) in business and/or intercollegiate athletics; and
• Familiarity with NCAA regulations and compliance standards.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration applicants must apply forAssistant AD Business and Financial Reporting at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a Resume and a copy of any Certified Public Accountant License that was attained (optional) for review.

Posting Open Date:January 5 2026

For Full Consideration Apply by:January 19 2026

Open Until Filled:Yes