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Colorado State University

Business Services Director

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523


Work Location:

Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office workPosting Number:

202401432APPosition Type:

Admin Professional/ Research ProfessionalClassification Title:

Management INumber of Vacancies:

1Work Hours/Week:

40Proposed Annual Salary Range:

$80,000 - $100,000Description of Work Unit:

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community that offers numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.Position Summary:

The Business Services Director provides accounting expertise and oversees the fiscal, human resources, and client services in the Collaborative for Student Achievement. This position collaborates closely with Assessment and Technology leadership and provides infrastructure for 66 full-time staff and roughly 170 student staff.Required Job Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field5 years of professional business operations experience, including at least two years of progressive budget planning experienceExperience supervising professional staffDemonstrated understanding of internal controls and experience working with databases, data queries, and reporting toolsUnderstanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Demonstrated high-level communication skillsStrong organizational and complex problem-solving skillsDemonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionPreferred Job Qualifications:Masters or MBA with a concentration in finance, accounting, or related advanced degreeCPA or CMA Professional certificationUnderstanding of Fund Accounting and Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB)Ability to supervise staff with a wide variety of roles and responsibilitiesEffective leadership skillsSpecial Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, application materials must be submitted by Monday, August 26, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. MT. Please apply with a cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications, resume, and three professional references. A Curriculum Vitae is optional.Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)EEO Statement:

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy.

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