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Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce
Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce
11 – 50 Employees
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Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce is a nonprofit academic research center examining how education connects with employment and workforce development. Its work brings together data and analysis on education policy, labor markets, skills development, and graduate employment outcomes, helping inform stronger educational programs and workforce initiatives. The center’s research supports a clearer understanding of how learning, skills, and changing labor-market conditions shape career opportunities.
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Director of Campus Accounting – Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Lead Georgetown University campus accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, and GAAP compliance. Manage controls, close cycles, accounting staff, and university-wide financial initiatives.

USUnited StatesWAWashington
$103,723 – $202,778 / year
HybridFull-timeLeadEnglish RequiredAccounting Manager

Description

  • Lead the Campus Accounting Department
  • Direct financial statement reporting, audits, general ledger and fund accounting, purchasing card and electronic funds reconciliations, internal controls, and compliance
  • Maintain campus compliance with GAAP
  • Interpret and apply the University’s financial policies and procedures
  • Manage monthly and year-end financial close processes
  • Prepare campus financial statements, supporting schedules, and financial analyses
  • Track relevant developments, evaluate the University’s exposure, and recommend action plans to management
  • Evaluate, implement, and enforce internal controls over financial reporting
  • Keep financial policies and procedures current, relevant, and consistently followed
  • Use queries, spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools to analyze trends, develop forecasts, and calculate financial ratios
  • Manage department personnel, including complex employee matters and disciplinary actions when required
  • Build teamwork, retention, and cross-training across the department
  • Provide leadership to professionals within the Office of the CFO
  • Partner with senior University administrators, departmental professionals, and staff on financial initiatives
  • Develop and implement University-wide internal controls, financial standards, policies, and procedures

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
  • Master’s degree in accounting or an MBA preferred
  • Eight to ten years of progressively responsible experience in financial accounting, reporting, and auditing
  • Experience in a complex higher education or nonprofit organization, including staff supervision
  • Comparable experience in organizations of similar size and complexity may substitute
  • CPA certification required
  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Thorough knowledge of GAAP
  • Understanding of AICPA audit requirements and complex automated accounting systems

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Tuition assistance
  • Work-life balance programs
  • Employee discount programs
  • Voluntary insurance options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Opportunities for community involvement

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