"Director, Accounting Services & Grants"

Job Description

Johnson County Community College
Position: Director, Accounting Services & Grants
Department: Finance & Administrative Services
Type of Position: Full-time Salaried
Exemption Status: Exempt
Work Schedule, Hours per week: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 40 hours per week
Opportunity for hybrid schedule: Yes
Starting Salary Range: $85,072.00 - $112,373.00 and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Position Summary: The Director, Accounting Services & Grants assists the Chief Financial Officer in the management of financial operations and providing leadership and strategic direction to the Accounting Services & Grants, Payroll, and Accounts Payable departments within Financial Services at JCCC.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Accounting required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Supervisory experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Higher Education.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

Position Details: Job duties include but are not limited to:

Financial Strategy, Analysis, and Advisory Support:

• Assist the Chief Financial Officer with banking, treasury management, and investment strategy development to maximize returns while adhering to established risk management policies.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and insights to support budget development and institutional decision-making.
• Advise and train leaders across JCCC departments on financial matters, policies, and best practices.
• Interpret and provide guidance on applicable financial regulations and internal policies.

Leadership, Staff Development, and Performance Management:

• Provide leadership, direction, and training to finance staff to support effective day-to-day operations.
• Coach team members through performance issues and escalations; implement corrective or disciplinary actions as needed.
• Evaluate employee performance and establish clear goals, responsibilities, competencies, and professional development plans.
• Foster a collaborative, efficient, and high-performing work environment.

Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting:

• Lead and direct all accounting functions, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of institutional and grant funds in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Review and approve general ledger journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial records.
• Direct monthly and year-end close processes, including accruals and preparation of audit workpapers.
• Oversee the maintenance and integrity of the general ledger chart of accounts.

Internal Controls, Policies, and Strategic Planning:

• Design, implement, and maintain effective systems of internal control over financial reporting and safeguarding of institutional assets.
• Lead strategic planning efforts within the finance function.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Disbursement Operations:

• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely bi-monthly payroll processing and compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements.
• Lead accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely weekly disbursements.
• Direct travel and expense program processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain a high level of expertise in payroll, accounts payable, procurement, travel, and expenditure regulations and policies.

Audit, Compliance, and External Relations:

• Direct and ensure the timely completion of the annual financial statement audit.
• Ensure financial statements, audit reports, and footnote disclosures are accurate and compliant with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.
• Coordinate audit activities and maintain effective communication with external auditors.
• Ensure audit work papers and information requests are completed accurately and on schedule.

*Other duties as assigned.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and cover letter.

*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

Benefits Category

For Full‑time Employees:

• Health insurance with some employer paid options.
• Life insurance & AD&D (employer provided)
• Retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), and KPERS)
• Employer paid 8% contribution into a 403(b) no match required
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, and floating holidays)
• 14 days of paid holidays
• Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses (for employee and eligible dependents)
• Tuition reimbursement / assistance for non‑JCCC courses for employee
• And many more!

Additional Incentives:

• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
• Snow days
• Professional development funding and training opportunities
• Mentorship program
• Recognition and awards programs
• Employee wellness programs

About JCCC:

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture - not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success