Job Description

Job Purpose
The Director of Finance for the College of Charleston Athletic Fund (CCAF) is responsible for all accounting functions of the CCAF and College of Charleston athletics sponsorship enterprise. This position maintains and prepares the financial records and reports for CCAF as well as our sponsor business. This critical position prepares reports for the Executive Director, CofC Athletic Department Administrators and Coaches, CCAF Finance Committee, CCAF Board of Directors, CofC Treasurer’s Office, Controller’s Office, CofC Institutional Advancement, and Auditors. This position also manages a large portion of the paperwork relating to insurance policies, vehicle insurance, taxes, permits, and licenses.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration from a four-year college or university. A master’s degree is preferred but not required. A minimum of 5 years of accounting for a non-profit organization may substitute for the education requirement.
Experience: 2-4 years of finance experience in an athletic department business office, campus development office, athletic development staff or related experience working for a non-profit is preferred but not required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of working with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, Paciolan, and Financial Edge (or similar) is preferred but not required.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, is required.
• Ability to understand and utilize accounting functions such as general ledger detail, income statements, balance sheets, is required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills ensuring the highest quality of customer service via phone, email, and in-person.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and perform tasks independently.
• Must have strong written, organizational and oral communications skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
This position will require night and weekend availability as well as the ability to left at least 30 pounds.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background and credit check.