Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach FL and Prescott AZ and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations Embry-Riddle stands as the worlds largest aviation and aerospace university.

For a century we have led innovation in STEM education serving more than 30000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science Aviation Business Technology Engineering Safety Security and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight exploration and discovery.

As we launch our next century we remain committed to excellence innovation and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.

The Opportunity

The Director of Accounts Payable provides strategic leadership governance and executive oversight of the Universitys accounts payable expense reimbursement and payment operations. This role is responsible for establishing institutional policies internal controls and operational standards to ensure the accurate timely and compliant disbursement of funds while safeguarding University assets.

This position reports to the Vice President and University Controller and leads the Accounts Payable function including oversight of a team of 11 with indirect support to the Universitys Prescott AZ campus. The Director serves as the primary authority for complex or sensitive payment matters and partners with stakeholders across the University to drive financial stewardship risk management and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and set the vision and direction for accounts payable operations

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards regulatory requirements and University policies

• Oversee financial stewardship including risk management fraud prevention and internal controls

• Lead organizational planning staffing strategy and team development for accounts payable

• Drive system enhancements automation and process improvements

• Serve as the primary liaison for audits regulatory reviews and compliance matters

• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders across Finance Treasury Procurement IT and other departments

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of the Accounts Payable team including direct supervision of leadership staff

• Lead workforce planning performance management and succession planning efforts

• Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable operations internal controls and regulatory compliance

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams in a complex environment

• Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills

• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment

• Experience with ERP systems (Workday preferred) and process improvement initiatives

• Accounts Payable certification preferred

Work Environment & Expectations

• Typical office environment

• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods or fiscal close

• Occasional travel between campus locations

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity please visit theEmbry-Riddle Career Siteand search for requisition numberR311365. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full Resume

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees:Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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