Assistant Director of Finance & Human Resources

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA's mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

Monday - Friday, 8-5pm; evening and weekend work as needed.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Master's degree in the related field or 3-5 years of related accounting/business/HR experience preferred.

The Assistant Director of Finance & Human Resources oversees the Business & Finance and Human Resources Departments within the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. This position reports to the Associate Director of Finance & Administration and they supervise the Business Managers and the Human Resources Manager. This position manages all financial and budgetary operations including accounts receivable and payable functions, continuous budget monitoring and analysis, and ensuring compliance with all UGA and USG policies. This position also supervises all Human Resources processes including payroll, recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention efforts. This position will ensure accurate data management and reporting, assisting divisions in utilizing administrative data for effective decision-making. Key tasks include maintaining updated policies and procedures for accounting and HR administrative functions while supporting the strategic needs and initiatives of the Georgia Center. The Assistant Director will collaborate with division heads, oversee year-end budget balancing and reporting, and ensure proper management of payroll and personnel processes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in accounting, can support human resources processes, and demonstrates a commitment to enhancing organizational performance.

Sit at the computer for long hours.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Provide leadership and supervision to the Business & Finance Department and the Human Resources Department. Implement business process improvements and monitor team performance to ensure high-quality services provided by each department.

Work with the Associate Director of Finance and Administration to manage all financial operations within the Georgia Center including budgeting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and continuous budget monitoring.

Oversee all Human Resources processes including payroll, recruitment, hiring requests, employee onboarding, training, salary actions, and retention. Ensure compliance with all UGA, USG, and EOO requirements.

Work with the Associate Director of Finance & Administration to oversee financial and human resources data and reporting in the Georgia Center. Produce any UGA or OVVPSO required reporting in finance.

Maintain updated policies & procedures for all finance, accounting, HR, and administrative functions in the Georgia Center. Ensuring proper internal controls and compliance with all UGA and USG policies.

Support the strategic needs and initiatives of the Georgia Center and other duties as assigned.