North Carolina Central University
Director of Financial Services
🇺🇸 Durham, NC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Finance
🗓️ October 15th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
North Carolina Central University is hiring a Director of Financial Services. The role involves leading a team that supports financial operations and customer service within the Business and Finance Division. The director oversees financial policy compliance, enhances customer support, and ensures timely and accurate execution of financial procedures across multiple financial core teams.
Highlights
- Supervise and lead embedded Business Managers and Financial Administration Systems Team members including analysts and technologists.
- Collaborate with core finance leaders to improve business processes focusing on efficiency and end-user experience.
- Produce and maintain diverse training materials and develop onboarding processes for new users.
- Manage financial program monitoring including Chart of Account maintenance and budgeting tools to support divisional oversight.
- Process and approve requisitions, expense reports, and journal entries ensuring timely transaction execution to avoid delays.
- Strong customer service, supervisory, and leadership skills with higher education experience preferred.
- Proficient in financial ERP systems such as Ellucian Banner, travel and expense systems like Chrome River, budget and planning tools like Anaplan, and eProcurement solutions like Jaggaer.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field with 5-7 years of progressive financial processing experience required.
- Permanent full-time exempt position with a focus on accounting practices aligned with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
- North Carolina Central University offers comprehensive employee benefits including health, retirement plans, paid leave, and employee discounts.
Director of Financial Services Full Description
Director of Financial Services
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
- Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
- Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
- North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
- Community Service Leave
- NC State – Health Benefits
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 11-12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount and more.
Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title | Director of Financial Services
Working Title | Director of Financial Services
Position Number | 617492
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track | No
FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date |
Department Hiring Range |
EEO-1 Category | Professionals
SOC Code | 13-2011 - Accountants and Auditors
Working Title | Director of Financial Services
Position Number | 617492
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track | No
FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date |
Department Hiring Range |
EEO-1 Category | Professionals
SOC Code | 13-2011 - Accountants and Auditors
Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! | Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The Comptroller’s Unit (CU) is an accounting organization that performs detailed analysis and compiles the financial statements for internal and external reporting purposes. Specifically, this department performs accounting functions and activities of the University in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, specifically, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Additionally, there is adherence to University policies and guidelines as well as sound business practices.
Primary Purpose of Position | Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance, the Director of Financial Services is responsible for leading the front-facing customer service arm of the Business and Finance Division, enhancing customer support, improving data integrity for informed decision-making, assisting with financial policy compliance, and ensuring the timely and accurate execution of financial procedures developed by the Finance Core Teams (Purchasing, Budgeting, General Accounting, and Accounts Payable).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Higher education experience strongly preferred Strong customer service skills and experience Supervisory experience Leadership experience Creative thinker Excellent communication skills Experience developing and delivering training programs preferred Experience with a sophisticated Financial ERP system (Ellucian Banner preferred) Experience with Travel and Expense Systems (Chrome River preferred) Experience with Budget and Planning Systems (Anaplan preferred) Experience with eProcurement Solutions (Jaggaer preferred)
Minimum Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or other degree with some accounting coursework, and 5-7 years of progressive and broad financial processing experience.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The Comptroller’s Unit (CU) is an accounting organization that performs detailed analysis and compiles the financial statements for internal and external reporting purposes. Specifically, this department performs accounting functions and activities of the University in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, specifically, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Additionally, there is adherence to University policies and guidelines as well as sound business practices.
Primary Purpose of Position | Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance, the Director of Financial Services is responsible for leading the front-facing customer service arm of the Business and Finance Division, enhancing customer support, improving data integrity for informed decision-making, assisting with financial policy compliance, and ensuring the timely and accurate execution of financial procedures developed by the Finance Core Teams (Purchasing, Budgeting, General Accounting, and Accounts Payable).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Higher education experience strongly preferred Strong customer service skills and experience Supervisory experience Leadership experience Creative thinker Excellent communication skills Experience developing and delivering training programs preferred Experience with a sophisticated Financial ERP system (Ellucian Banner preferred) Experience with Travel and Expense Systems (Chrome River preferred) Experience with Budget and Planning Systems (Anaplan preferred) Experience with eProcurement Solutions (Jaggaer preferred)
Minimum Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or other degree with some accounting coursework, and 5-7 years of progressive and broad financial processing experience.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function | Supervision/Leadership
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Supervise and lead a high-performing team of imbedded Business Managers disbursed throughout campus as well as the Financial Administration Systems Team, including the Business Systems Analyst and a newly created Student AR Functional Technologist position. Collaborate with Finance Core leaders on business process improvements with a focus on efficiency, effectiveness, and end-user experience. Produce and maintain training materials in a variety of media, including print and digital. Develop and maintain an organizational structure that ensures roles/responsibilities match business needs and ensures business continuity throughout the campus. Develop and maintain an employee onboarding process for new users.Function | Financial Program Monitoring and Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Work with the Controller’s Office on Chart of Account maintenance, such as Org Managers and Fund Managers, for seamless workflow processing. Identify reports and tools to assist Division, Subdivision and Unit Directors with overseeing and managing their budget(s). Identify and assist with the implementation of new tools and systems to gain additional efficiencies and effectiveness.Function | Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Enter, review, and/or approve requisitions, expense reports and journal entries as needed. Ensure timely execution of financial transactions to avoid purchasing and payment delays. Identify and utilize reports needed to ensure maximum operating efficiency and effectiveness.
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Supervise and lead a high-performing team of imbedded Business Managers disbursed throughout campus as well as the Financial Administration Systems Team, including the Business Systems Analyst and a newly created Student AR Functional Technologist position. Collaborate with Finance Core leaders on business process improvements with a focus on efficiency, effectiveness, and end-user experience. Produce and maintain training materials in a variety of media, including print and digital. Develop and maintain an organizational structure that ensures roles/responsibilities match business needs and ensures business continuity throughout the campus. Develop and maintain an employee onboarding process for new users.Function | Financial Program Monitoring and Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Work with the Controller’s Office on Chart of Account maintenance, such as Org Managers and Fund Managers, for seamless workflow processing. Identify reports and tools to assist Division, Subdivision and Unit Directors with overseeing and managing their budget(s). Identify and assist with the implementation of new tools and systems to gain additional efficiencies and effectiveness.Function | Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Enter, review, and/or approve requisitions, expense reports and journal entries as needed. Ensure timely execution of financial transactions to avoid purchasing and payment delays. Identify and utilize reports needed to ensure maximum operating efficiency and effectiveness.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | EPA03417P
Open Date | 10/14/2025
Date desired for closing or initial review |
Close Date | 11/16/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Date Position Available |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Pre-Employment Requirements: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment. North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave Community Service Leave NC State – Health Benefits NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 11-12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more.
Open Date | 10/14/2025
Date desired for closing or initial review |
Close Date | 11/16/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Date Position Available |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Pre-Employment Requirements: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment. North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave Community Service Leave NC State – Health Benefits NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 11-12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
Optional Documents
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
- Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
North Carolina Central University
1801 Fayetteville St.
Durham, NC, 27707
Mainline: 919-530-6100
1801 Fayetteville St.
Durham, NC, 27707
Mainline: 919-530-6100
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