Senior Associate/Associate Athletics Director for Business and Administrative Services, Chief Financial & Administrative Officer

Ohio University - Athens, OH

Full-time - Senior

Athens, OH

Educational Services

About the position

The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) for Ohio Athletics is responsible for the strategic oversight, implementation, and management of the department's financial functions, procedures, and policies. This role involves providing financial and administrative oversight of business operations, human resources, and administrative services, while focusing on continual process improvements to ensure operational efficiencies and sound financial practices. The CFAO serves as a key member of the senior executive team, advising on financial implications of various strategies and managing a budget of approximately $35 million annually.

Responsibilities

• Direct strategic matters related to budget management and control.
• Create financial models for budget forecasting and complex financial analysis.
• Oversee performance of all financial responsibilities for Ohio Athletics' administration and sport programs.
• Report forecasted results to the University Budget Office and collaborate on financial forecasts.
• Represent the department at University-wide CFAO and financial meetings.
• Collaborate with Athletics executive staff on capital construction projects.
• Contribute to the development of financial presentations for various stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial reporting, including EADA and NCAA reports.
• Administer internal control systems to ensure integrity and accuracy of financial processes.
• Supervise Human Resources operations and staff personnel functions.

Requirements

• Master's degree or CPA
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in budgeting, finance and administration or related field
• Minimum of six (6) years of management experience

Nice-to-haves

• Division I collegiate athletics experience

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short term disability
• Life insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Educational benefits for employees and qualified dependents
• Domestic partner benefits
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Paid time off
• Access to professional development programs