Maintain and improve disbursement processes, internal controls,
and standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency,
consistency, and transparency.
Monitor and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and
local regulations related to wages, tax withholdings, benefits
deductions, independent contractor status, etc.
Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex payroll
scenarios (e.g., leaves, retroactive adjustments, sabbaticals,
split appointments, and terminations).
Support continuous improvement efforts by streamlining payroll,
time and absence processes, adopting best practices and ensuring
robust internal controls..
- Serves as a liaison between faculty, staff, and suppliers on
complex payment issues.
- Provides support, guidance, and instruction through training
sessions, job aids, and other means of supporting end-users.
- Collaborate with the Controller and Assistant Controller to
ensure proper accounting treatment and internal control compliance
relating to issuing payments.
- Collaborate with the Director of Risk Management &
Procurement to oversee the Purchasing Card program, the Procurement
module, and associated business processes.
Compliance, Tax Strategy & Reporting
- Maintain an expert-level understanding of federal, state and
local payroll tax regulations.
- Proactively identify and coordinate with Human Resources and
other relevant parties changes in wage and hour laws, FICA, SUI,
and workers' compensation requirements to ensure the College
remains in compliance.
- Serves as an advisor to the Associate Vice President for
Finance and the Controller on tax matters relating to compensation
and disbursements. Provides high-level analysis and support for
non-payroll tax filings (Forms 990, 990-T, Form 4720, state tax
returns, and sales tax returns).
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field or
equivalent combination of education and experience
- A minimum of 7 years experience in higher education or
non-profit/unionized environment payroll operations and related tax
compliance, preferably including 1-3 years of accounts payable
operations within that time period.
- Knowledge of not-for-profit financial reporting, finance
operations and payroll, preferably in higher education.
- A sophisticated skillset of presenting information to support
analysis and decision making, both verbally and written.
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to plan work, set and
manage multiple priorities and changes in schedules to meet
anticipated and established deadlines; effectively team
collaboration to bring about the successful completion of
deliverables.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree preferred, CPA or related financial/tax
designation desired.
- Experience in higher education, Workday, and tax reporting
software such as Sprintax preferred
Remote Work Policy: Hybrid on-site/remote work arrangements
may be available for up to 2 days of remote work per week for
employees based in MA, NY, CT, or VT. Flexible work arrangements
may be considered contingent on operational needs and other
factors, and must be reviewed and approved via the appropriate
college processes.
Application review will begin on
October 26, 2026. Pay range
is from $112,500 - $122,500, commensurate with experience.
A cover letter is required for your application to be
considered; please submit a cover letter in a separate document
in your application.
This full-time, year-round position is eligible for Williams
College's robust benefits package designed to support you in your
work and overall health and wellness.
Please visit careers.williams.edu to apply.
ALL employees must have completed an I-9 BEFORE they can begin
work.
Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of
background information submitted by the applicant, including the
completion of a criminal record check, and education when
applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and
conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state
law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national
origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military
service.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie
detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal
penalties and civil liability.
Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination,
Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive
community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and
thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons
with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If
reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job
application or interview process please feel free to contact us via
phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.
To apply, visit https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/williamscollege/External_Career_Site/job/Williamstown-MA-Main-Campus/Director-of-Financial-Operations_JR10000001525.
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