Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting
principles and practices.
Considerable knowledge with financial reporting software.
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to prepare, assemble, review and analyze
complex financial data.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgement and interpret
administrative policies and procedures.
Considerable progressively responsible experience in accounting
or finance including recent experience as an Assistant Controller,
or related position, and supervisory experience.
Considerable supervisory experience including demonstrated
ability to lead and direct the work of others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Considerable not-for-profit accounting experience.
- Considerable experience with MIP Fund Accounting or other fund
accounting software.
- Current CPA certification preferred, other relevant
certifications accepted.
- Some knowledge of commercial property accounting
preferred.
Conditions of Employment
This position is required to complete a Statement of
Personal Economic Interest upon hire in accordance with the Code of
Virginia.
Job Open Date
08/24/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date
09/01/2026
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials
Required
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history
check.
Department Information
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal
employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons,
without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race
including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such
as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender
(including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),
national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran
status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or
genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities,
women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable
accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and
Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner
discriminate against employees or applicants because they have
inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of
another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access
to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as
a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of
other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise
have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is
(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance
of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an
investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with
contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s
forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than
23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an
energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute
$2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.