"Director, Finance"

Director, Finance

Posting Number: 0001022
Reports to: Executive Director of Finance
Department: Finance
Classification: Exempt
Full or Part-time: Full Time

Job Summary:

As operational lead of the Finance Department, responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the detailed accounting records and their compliance with generally accepted accounting standards and the Manual for Uniform Financial Reporting (MUFR) standards. Responsible for the planning, performing, and reporting related to detailed accounting functions. Responsibilities include financial reports, audits, budgeting, supervising staff and compliance with laws and regulations.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervise Accounting Team Operations - Directly supervise Payroll Accountant, Accounts Payable Accountant, and General Accountant, ensuring each functional area operates efficiently, complies with internal controls, and meets critical deadlines.
2. Coordinate Month-End Close Activities - Oversee and coordinate month-end and year-end close process, ensuring that all reconciliations, journal entries, and reviews are completed timely and accurately.
3. Coordinate Annual Budget Process - Oversee and coordinate preparation of budget files for weekly uploads, create and maintain Budget Calendar and Hierarchy of T Drive. Reviews upload files for accuracy and creates P&L report after each upload.
4. Ensure Accuracy of Financial Data - Review, approve, and verify integrity of financial data submitted by accounting staff before inclusion in reporting or analysis.
5. Maintain Internal Calendar of Key Deadlines - Manage and communicate a consolidated calendar of financial tasks and deadlines (e.g., payroll cutoffs, reporting cycles, grant deadlines, reconciliations) to ensure department-wide accountability and timeliness.
6. Lead Preparation of Financial Statements & Board Reports - Initiate creation of monthly and quarterly financial statements and board financial reports by compiling, preparing, and performing first level of review for accuracy and completeness. Provide Executive Director of Finance with completed draft for secondary review, ensuring all supporting schedules and reconciliations are included and accurate.
7. Reconciliation Oversight - Ensure all critical reconciliations (bank, grant, payroll, AP, AR, etc.) are completed, reviewed, and resolved monthly. Investigate unresolved discrepancies.
8. Develop and Maintain Accounting Procedures - Draft, implement, and maintain accounting procedures and workflows to standardize operations across payroll, payables, and general accounting.
9. Coordinate Audit Documentation - Serve as primary liaison to external auditors, coordinating collection, review, and delivery of audit documentation prepared by accounting staff.
10. Monitor and Enforce Compliance with Financial Policies - Enforce adherence to college financial policies at operational level and propose updates where gaps or inefficiencies are identified. Perform ongoing verification of proper departmental internal controls to ensure minimal risk to College.
11. Support System Maintenance and Upgrades - Work with IT and system administrators to ensure accounting and ERP systems are configured to support efficient workflows and accurate financial reporting.
12. Provide Operational Financial Guidance - Serve as a resource to other departments regarding budget coding, expense classification, invoice processing, grant spending, and compliance with financial procedures.
13. Performs other duties as assigned

Job Specifications:

Bachelors degree in accounting required.

At least 4 years of accounting experience required; public accounting experience highly preferred.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred.

Must be highly technologically savvy, with data management and manipulation expertise. Must have working knowledge of an ERP system; Banner preferred.

Intermediate skills with Microsoft Excel required; advanced skills preferred.

Critical thinking and analytical skills required. Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality.

Positions at LMC require regular and predicable on-site attendance. Under certain circumstances, College may consider alternative work arrangements in compliance with its Flexible Scheduling & Remote Work Options policy.

Salary Range: $79,768 - $103,813

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more!

https://www.lakemichigancollege.edu/about.

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Open Date: 10/13/2025
Closing Date:

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About Lake Michigan College

Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline.

Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve.

Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees.

Living in Southwest Michigan
Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches, wineries, and nationally acclaimed golf courses. But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life.

LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis.