The Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting provides operational leadership for accounting, grants management, procurement compliance, and financial reporting for the Lake County campus. This position serves as the campus Grant Finance Designee and is responsible for ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal financial requirements related to grants, gifts, accounting, procurement, travel, and asset management.
Requirements
- Bachelorās degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated experience in accounting, grants management, procurement, or financial compliance
- Knowledge of internal control principles and regulatory compliance requirements
- Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
