Seminole State College of Florida has been changing lives in Central Florida for over 50 years. We have been recognized by the Chronicle of Education as a Great College to Work For in 2018 and have achieved Gold status for the second consecutive year by the State Board of Education. Employees at Seminole State College advance their careers in a rewarding culturally diverse environment that cultivates the leaders of tomorrow with the skills they need today.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated finance professional with experience in leading financial management and general operations to join our talented team as our next Director of Finance & Operations for the Foundation at Seminole State College.

The Foundation at Seminole State College provides resources that support academic excellence, increased access and vital community outreach, which assists in the advancement of the institution, students, faculty and staff. This position leads and oversees the Foundation’s general accounting, accounts payable, investments, capital projects accounting, grants accounting, and accounts receivable functions. Monitors federal and state regulations; College and Foundation policies and procedures to ensure safekeeping and proper record keeping of financial resources. Supervises a team with functional responsibility for accounting and operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance from an accredited institution.
2. Six years of progressively responsible experience in the field of accounting, including three years of experience in not-for-profit, governmental, or college/university accounting.
3. Two years of supervisory experience.
4. Extensive knowledge of Excel and MS Word software.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance from an accredited institution.
2. Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
3. Eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting or related field.
4. Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge.
5. Experience working in the Florida College System.

Beginning annual salary is $64,442; however, the offer amount is negotiable based on education and experience exceeding the minimum required qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary Seminole State College also offers an attractive total rewards package that includes excellent work-life balance with time off when the College is closed, paid sick leave and holidays, paid employee health, dental and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement for employees and qualified dependents, numerous professional development opportunities, and participation in the Florida Retirement System and several retirement options.

If you are ready to take the next step and join us in changing lives beginning with your own then visit our website to complete the online application by 11:59 PM on Monday, December 2, 2019.

To ensure full consideration please remember to include all of the following documents along with your completed application by the closing date:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts showing the date of degree conferral (unofficial copies accepted)
• Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged

For more information about this opportunity or if you require any assistance in completing the application process please contact the Office of Human Resources at 407-708-2195.

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.