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Senior Manager, Controls & Financial Operations
  • Job Number: 25593
  • Functional Area: Finance/Accounting
  • Department: Dof Finance & Accounting
  • School Area: Department of Facilities
  • Pay Range Minimum: $120,440
  • Pay Range Maximum: $163,200
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 11


Posting Description

SENIOR MANAGER, CONTROLS & FINANCIAL OPERATIONS, CAMPUS SERVICES & STEWARDSHIP (CSS), Facilities – Finance and Accounting, contributes to the financial integrity and operational excellence of one of the Institute’s most complex environments. As Senior Manager, lead financial operations, internal controls, and cost accounting across a decentralized organization supporting campus operations and a multi-billion-dollar capital program. Working closely with CSS leadership and central finance, oversee transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, payroll, and expense processing, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and institutional policies. Strengthen end-to-end financial processes, design and embed effective internal controls, and lead efforts to improve accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness. This role also includes managing staff, resolving complex accounting issues, and partnering with operational teams to align financial data with business activities.

A full position description is available here.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management; strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and cost accounting, as well as advanced systems and Excel skills; and strong leadership, analytical ability, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment. PREFERRED: CPA or advanced degree.

Position has a hybrid schedule – at least 2 days on-site.

3/31/2026