University of New Hampshire - Concord, NH
posted 3 months ago
The Assistant Athletic Director, Financial Operations will play a pivotal role in the management of business operations within the Department of Athletics at the University of New Hampshire. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Athletics, this position is essential for ensuring compliance with various policies set forth by USNH, UNH, NCAA, and conference regulations, particularly in relation to external revenue generation, youth summer camps, and overall departmental fiscal activities. The individual in this role will be responsible for supporting the CFO Office by assisting with financial reporting, conducting internal and external audits, and managing specific financial activities pertinent to the department. This position requires a strong understanding of budget management and financial principles, as well as the ability to analyze financial data effectively. The Assistant Athletic Director will be involved in the oversight of administrative and backend financial support for the external relations team, which includes tasks such as monthly credit card reconciliation, standard and ad hoc reporting, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable. The role also involves coordinating the annual budgeting process in collaboration with Finance and all Athletics units, ensuring that the department adheres to financial targets established by the Director of Athletics and CFO. In addition to managing financial operations, the Assistant Athletic Director will act as the primary liaison between the CFO financial team and Athletics, facilitating communication and collaboration to enhance revenue-generating initiatives. The position also entails managing unit-specific financial operations, including FOAPAL documentation, procurement questions, and NCAA travel processes. The successful candidate will oversee the filing of the annual NCAA audit and will be responsible for collecting and managing department employment contracts, ensuring compliance with bonus payments and contract fulfillment. This role is critical for the financial health and operational efficiency of the Athletics Department, and the individual will be expected to take on additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.