Job Responsibilities
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina is seeking a Director of Facilities Finance in the Department of Facilities and Engineering. This role works under the general supervision of the Vice President of Facilities and Engineering; serves as the primary contact between VPFE and the Budget office. Will be responsible for the following:
- Develop and disperses directives; guidance and information to each Director to assist in division budget preparation.
- Provides technical assistance to each Director in individual budget preparation; collects and reviews all division budget data to maintain consistency with departmental budget requirements.
- Determines accounting procedures, financial analysis and controls are adequate and that the financial informational needs of the department and its customers are met.
- Responsible for overseeing all departmental accounting and financial procedures.
- Provides an internal control function for the department; assuring that all college required procedures for timekeeping, control of financial resources, records and accountability are being met.
- Collects and analyzes financial information throughout the year for possible mid-year adjustments and guidance in upcoming year's budget.
- Develops ongoing budget performance reports and analysis providing financial guidance and recommendations to the Vice President, AVP, and Division Directors.
- Works with the Finance and Business Services Department in order to maintain accurate accounting records for all plant funds, including secondary oversight of capital construction and renovation projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field
- Must have progressive professional experience directly related; such as accounting, auditing, finance or commercial lending.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting, banking, budgeting, financial management or investment.
- Knowledge of state government fiscal accounting processes. Knowledge of financial EDP systems.
- Knowledge of rate-making practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of basic commercial laws, the Uniform Commercial Code and commercial lending practices.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports.
- Ability to review and guide the budget and accounting duties of departmental peers.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Benefits of Working at The Citadel
- Extensive Health Plans
- Great Retirement Options
- Tuition Waiver Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Discounts
- Isle of Palms Beach Club
- Swain Family Boat Center
- Community Service Opportunities
- Read more about our benefits, on our HR website
About The Citadel College
The Citadel, also known as the Military College of South Carolina, is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston, you are close to great restaurants, shopping and much more. Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report, 2022) for schools with up to a master’s degree, the opportunities are endless.
There are about 2,300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets, 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors, 57 Minors, pre-health professions, and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1,000 students attend the Graduate College, evening and online programs