Job Description
The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Finance will serve as the lead financial officer for the Virginia Tech Athletic department, overseeing all finance and business activities including strategic and long-range financial planning, budgeting, reporting, purchasing, and travel. This position will serve on the Director of Athletics’ leadership team, reporting directly to the Director of Athletics with a reporting line to the university’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
Responsibilities will include:
Work closely with the Director of Athletics and departmental leadership team to develop and implement the overall financial strategy for the Athletic Department.
Manage and oversee the departmental business staff, which currently includes a team of seven direct reports and their operational staff and maintain a culture of compliance.
Job Description
The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Finance will serve as the lead financial officer for the Virginia Tech Athletic department, overseeing all finance and business activities including strategic and long-range financial planning, budgeting, reporting, purchasing, and travel. This position will serve on the Director of Athletics’ leadership team, reporting directly to the Director of Athletics with a reporting line to the university’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
Responsibilities will include:
Work closely with the Director of Athletics and departmental leadership team to develop and implement the overall financial strategy for the Athletic Department.
Manage and oversee the departmental business staff, which currently includes a team of seven direct reports and their operational staff and maintain a culture of compliance.
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Oversee the annual budget process for the Athletic Department including developing revenue/expense projections in collaboration with the University’s Office of Budget & Financial Planning.
Work collaboratively with university stakeholders to implement and maintain university policies, procedures, and business practices.
Review and approve purchase requisitions, travel expense vouchers, and procurement card charges for assigned sports and operational areas to ensure compliance with University, NCAA and Conference policies/procedures.
Oversee the monthly reconciliation process for Athletics. Ensure all accounts are reconciled and reported to the University.
Complete Audited Financial Statements; compile monthly financial statements; assist with open records requests as needed; review and process game contracts; assist with internal audits; coordinate procurement solicitations with the University Procurement Department, and contract review with the University’s Legal Counsel.
In collaboration with the Office of the University Controller, ensure the accuracy and timeliness of external reporting including the annual NCAA financial reporting activities.
Prepare financial reports and effectively present and communicate to the various groups.
Serve as the financial liaison to both internal and external constituencies including Athletic and University Operations staff, NCAA and the ACC.
Required Qualifications
Significant financial leadership experience
Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience
Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial activities on behalf of a large organization
Experience building and leading operational teams
Ability to analyze and communicate complex financial information in support of leadership decision-making
Ability to effectively communicate within and across the organization
Commitment to diversity
Ability to maintain a high standard of integrity and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education financial management and reporting
Administrative experience in a "Power 5" intercollegiate athletic program
Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$150,000 +
Review Date
November 19, 2023
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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Director of Athletics |
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Executive Associate AD/Athletics Chief Financial Officer |
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Director, Fundraising Strategy |
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Director of Athletics |
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Senior Associate Athletic Director, Senior Director of Major Gifts |
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Executive Associate AD/Compliance |
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Executive Associate AD/Inclusive Excellence and Alumni Engagement |
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Executive Associate AD/External Affairs and Advancement |
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Executive Associate AD/Strategic Affairs |
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Executive Associate AD/Administration and Support Programs |
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Executive Associate AD/Chief Operating Officer |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Facility Maintenance and Capital Projects |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Clinical and Sport Psychologist |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Game Operations |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Brand Advancement and External Operations |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Revenue Strategy and External Affairs |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Technology Integration & Strategic Initiatives |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Production & Multimedia |
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Associate Athletic Director, Business & Finance |
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Associate Athletic Director, Business Operations |
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Assistant AD, Facilities Management & Finance |
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Director, Business Operations |
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Director, Ticketing Operations for Finance |
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Assistant Director, Business Operations |
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Assistant Athletics Director of Digital & Internet Strategies |
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Director, Information Technology |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Technology Integration & Strategic Initiatives |
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Assistant Athletics Director, HR and Administrative Services |
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Associate Director, Information Technology |
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Director of Athletics |
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Senior Associate Athletic Director, External Operations |
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Senior Associate AD for Strategic Affairs |
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Senior Associate Athletic Director, Senior Director of Major Gifts |
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Senior Associate Athletic Director, Student-Athlete Services/University Affairs |
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Executive Associate Athletic Director |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Compliance |
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Senior Associate Athletics Director, Inclusive Excellence and Alumni Engagement |
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Associate Athletic Director, Business & Finance |
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Associate Athletic Director, Business & Finance |
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Senior Director, Facilities Management & Finance |
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Director, Ticketing Operations for Finance |
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Associate Director, Business Operations |
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Assistant Director, Business Service Center |
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Assistant Athletics Director of Digital & Internet Strategies |
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Director, Information Technology |
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Associate Athletics Director, Technology Integration & Strategic Initiatives |
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Associate Director, Information Technology |
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Associate Director, HR and Administrative Services |
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