"Director of Financial Reporting"

Director of Financial Reporting

Company: Dartmouth College

Category: Business and Financial Services

Type: Full-Time

Posting date: 01/12/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 1127161

Hiring Range: Minimum 136,000 Maximum $170,000

Union Type: Not a Union Position

SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule: M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM

The Director is expected to be on campus for key business needs, including-but not limited to-major audit milestones (interim and year-end fieldwork), fiscal year-end close activities, critical cross-functional meetings with campus partners, and occasional in-person staff and leadership meetings. Additional on-site presence may be required during periods of significant projects or policy/system changes.

Location of Position: Hybrid-preferred, with remote work optional

Remote Work Eligibility?: Hybrid

Is this a term position?: No

Is this a grant funded position?: No

Position Purpose

Plays a leadership role in the design, development and oversight of critical procedures and systems related to the accounting and reporting of Dartmouth's financial transactions. Directs all aspects of Financial Reporting department to ensure the accuracy of external financial reports and tax returns. Provides guidance to fiscal officers and other financial managers throughout the institution on financial accounting and reporting matters. Works closely with the Information Technology & Consulting department on initiatives related to Oracle Financials modules.

Plays a leadership role on the Controller's Office management team. Identifies and leads change management and process improvement tasks for accounting and reporting related functions around the institution. Develops and maintains strong relationships with external auditors and other service providers.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills & Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of accounting and taxes for complex not-for-profit organizations, preferably higher education.
• Knowledge of GAAP, FASB and higher education reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical/critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to plan work, set priorities and manage multiple priorities, and changes in schedules and priorities.
• Knowledge of internal controls.
• Highly proficient with computer applications, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe; familiarity with complex financial systems, preferably Oracle.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative, sound judgment and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to diversity; ability to work effectively with all constituencies in a diverse institution.

Minimum Experience

• Seven to ten years of relevant experience in a related field.
• Previous supervisory experience.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management, or other applicable fields.
• CPA required.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Jen Renaud

Department Contact Phone Number: 603-646-3001

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Jen Renaud

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

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Is driving a vehicle an essential function of this job?: Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Details

Description

Leadership and Management (35%)

• With minimal supervision, lead day-to-day activities and long-term planning of Dartmouth's Financial Reporting and Endowment and Investment Accounting teams.
• Work cross-functionally with customers in the different schools and departments...
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Fiscal Close and External Reporting (35%)

• Plan, coordinate and oversee year end close and external audit.
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Training/Outreach/Collaboration (20%)

• Assures a high level of service to Fiscal Officers...
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Systems (10%)

• Oversee the maintenance and segment creations of the chart of accounts.
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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality... Performs other duties as assigned.

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