University of Maryland
Associate Director for Finance
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College Park, MD
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Full-Time
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$156K - $167K
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Finance
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April 7th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) is hiring an Associate Director for Finance. The role involves providing strategic leadership and oversight for all budget and financial operations within the Office of Enrollment Management, managing financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, and analysis across multiple departments. The Associate Director leads daily financial management, supervises HR functions, approves budget and finance processes, and collaborates with central campus partners to ensure compliance and resource stewardship.
Highlights
- Provide strategic leadership for budget and financial operations across Enrollment Management divisions.
- Manage financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, procurement, and compliance.
- Supervise a team of three direct reports: one Assistant Director of Human Resources and two Business Managers.
- Lead HR functions and ensure internal controls and alignment with university policies.
- Collaborate with the Office of the Provost and central campus partners on fiscal integrity and resource management.
- Required skills include knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, use of large-scale financial systems, Microsoft Office proficiency, and strong communication abilities.
- Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, eight years of professional finance or accounting experience, and three years of supervisory experience.
- Preferences include relevant human resources experience, University of Maryland Systems experience, Workday familiarity, CPA certification, or Master’s degree.
- Salary range: $156,480 to $166,500 annually.
- Position requires financial disclosure and successful completion of a background check.
Associate Director for Finance Full Description
Job Description Summary
The Associate Director for Finance provides strategic leadership and oversight for all budget and financial operations within the Office of Enrollment Management (EM). This position is responsible for the comprehensive management of financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, and analysis across EM Central, Undergraduate Admissions, Assessment & Technology, External Relations & Visit Experience, and Student Financial Aid.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Associate Director for Finance partners closely with members of the EM leadership team to develop and execute the division's financial and operational roadmap. The incumbent leads the day-to-day financial management of the office, including accounting operations, budget preparation and monitoring, forecasting, procurement, institutional financial aid oversight, compliance, and the establishment of strong internal controls. In addition, the incumbent will provide supervisory oversight of the HR functions for Enrollment Management.
The Associate Director manages and approves all budget and finance processes for the division, ensuring alignment with university policies, regulatory requirements, and strategic enrollment goals. This role drives financial and operational efficiency to support EM's mission and long-term sustainability.
The position supervises a team of three direct reports, including one (1) Assistant Director of Human Resources and two (2) Business Managers, and collaborates extensively with the Office of the Provost and other central campus partners to ensure fiscal integrity, compliance, and effective resource stewardship.
Physical Demands: This is a sedentary job. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, packages, and other items, and to walk short distances.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Associate Director for Finance partners closely with members of the EM leadership team to develop and execute the division's financial and operational roadmap. The incumbent leads the day-to-day financial management of the office, including accounting operations, budget preparation and monitoring, forecasting, procurement, institutional financial aid oversight, compliance, and the establishment of strong internal controls. In addition, the incumbent will provide supervisory oversight of the HR functions for Enrollment Management.
The Associate Director manages and approves all budget and finance processes for the division, ensuring alignment with university policies, regulatory requirements, and strategic enrollment goals. This role drives financial and operational efficiency to support EM's mission and long-term sustainability.
The position supervises a team of three direct reports, including one (1) Assistant Director of Human Resources and two (2) Business Managers, and collaborates extensively with the Office of the Provost and other central campus partners to ensure fiscal integrity, compliance, and effective resource stewardship.
Physical Demands: This is a sedentary job. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, packages, and other items, and to walk short distances.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.Experience: Eight (8) years of professional finance or accounting experience. Three (3) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.Skill in use of large-scale financial systems and related technological tools.Skill in Microsoft Office productsSkill in oral and written communications.Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Additional Job Details
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Able to work in a fast-paced office, lead multiple projects and communicate accurately and professionally with campus customers and Enrollment Management leadership.
- Candidates should exhibit high proficiency for task orientation coupled with excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
Preferences:
- Relevant human resources experience.
- University of Maryland Systems experience.
- Experience working with Workday.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master's Degree.
Required Application Materials: Cover letter, Resume, and list of references.
Best Consideration Date: May 1, 2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
***UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work
authorization in the United States now or in the future.***
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
Yes
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
SVPAAP-Enrollment Management
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$156,480-$166,500
Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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