Financial Reporting Director jobs in Kansas

Financial Reporting Director directs and oversees the preparation and distribution of all periodic financial statements for external use. Ensures that reports, filings and documentation complies with company's regulations, professional standards, and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines. Being a Financial Reporting Director confirms that entries, transactions, and accounts are accurately and properly consolidated and are included in internal and external financial statements. Advises management of trends and changes in reporting requirements and recommends best approach for any changes in reporting. Additionally, Financial Reporting Director may serve as a liaison with or oversee the work of external auditors. May direct the preparation of materials for board or shareholders. Requires a bachelor's degree of Accounting or Finance. Typically reports to top management. The Financial Reporting Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Financial Reporting Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Director – Financial Reporting
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview

    The University of Kansas Office of Research (KUOR) administers externally sponsored research projects on the KU-Lawrence campus and oversees designated research centers and institutes as well as state surveys and a number of smaller research centers and core research service laboratories. Within the Office of Research, the KU Center for Research, Inc. (KUCR) ), a non-profit 501(c) 3 research foundation, is the entity responsible for submitting all proposals for external support of research, instructional and service projects. In addition, KUCR helps research investigators by negotiating contracts, providing proposal and post-award services, administering compliance oversight, managing and constructing research facilities, and handling financial services, including investment of corporation resources.

    The Associate Director will be responsible for preparation and distribution of the corporate financial statements including Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Activities and Cash Flow; maintenance of the corporation’s general ledger, and ensuring that all transactions and documentation complies with GAAP standards. KUCR has an external financial audit and files corporate tax returns. The Associate Director is a key administrator with the external auditors and responsible for the preparation of the corporate tax returns. The Associate Director will perform their duties under the guidance and direction of the Chief Financial Officer for KUCR.

    In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 8 hours of sick leave earned every month, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! The University actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups.

    Job Description

    70% - Corporate Financial Statements
    • Manage the preparation and distribution of internal and external corporate financial statements and reports, maintaining the highest quality, reliability and accuracy.
    • Coordinate, develop and update written policies and procedures over the financial reporting process.
    • Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
    • Research and resolve accounting issues including evaluation and implementation of new accounting pronouncements to ensure US GAAP compliance.
    • Coordinating the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data; preparing special reports.
    • Guides other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy; applying observations and recommendations to operational issues.
    • Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
    • Supervises staff of two financial analysts; set goals for the department and manage distribution of duties for staff.
    • Work directly with the external auditors at year-end. Provide documentation and support for the year-end external audit and financial statements.
    15% - Corporate Tax Return
    • Responsible for financial data and reports collected to provide to external tax accountants to create 990 corporation tax return. Serves as point of contact with the external tax accountants.
    • Files various local, state and federal tax returns for the corporation as applicable
    • Keep up to date with current tax procedures and developments
    10% - International Tax related returns
    • Works with KUCR pre-award, contracts and service agreement teams to identify potential international contracts for KUCR. Responsible to identify international tax issues and works with external consultants to ensure appropriate tax reporting for the corporation.
    5% - Other duties as assigned

    Position Requirements

    This position is remote however, may require incumbent to occasionally come onsite.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field and 5 years of related experience OR Master’s degree in Business, Finance or related field and 3 years of related experience.
    • Two years of supervisory experience.
    • Five year’s budget, finance, and/or accounting experience.
    • Minimum of three year financial analysis, modeling and forecasting experience.
    • Minimum of three years preparation of financial statements or corporate tax returns.
    • Experience that required strong technical U.S. GAAP accounting knowledge.
    • Experience working with Microsoft Office Programs, including Word and Excel.
    • Excellent written communication skills as demonstrated by application materials.
    • Experience in a multi-tasked environment as evidenced by work history.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • CPA certification and/or MBA preferred.
    • Experience with educational learning environment, as well as the sponsored research within a higher education institution
    • Experience with not-for-profit FASB accounting and financial statements
    • Experience with Oracle Financials in the Cloud (FITC) or Peoplesoft financials
    • Demonstrated experience and familiarity of sponsored research concepts and systems.
    • Demonstrated understanding in financial regulations, laws and standard practice.
    • Experience and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and translate financial concepts and results.
    • Demonstrated ability to negotiate and mediate at all levels, to be sensitive to differing viewpoints, and to be proactive and anticipate as evidenced by application material.
    • Experience navigating changing priorities.

    Additional Candidate Instructions

    In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
    • A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
    • Resume or curriculum vitae.
    • Contact information for three professional references.
    Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Application review begins Tuesday, August 22, 2023 and will continue until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified.

    Contact Information to Applicants

    Shayla Murphy
    Administrative Assistant to the CFO
    smurphy2@ku.edu

    Advertised Salary Range

    $ 85,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience

    Application Review Begins

    Tuesday August 22, 2023

    Anticipated Start Date

    Monday September 11, 2023
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    Posting Information

    • Posting ID: 25886BR
    • Department: Office of Research
    • Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
    • Assignment: Telework
    • Reg/Temp: Regular
    • Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
    • Review Begins: 22-Aug-2023
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Director/Manager Financial Reporting
  • Robert Half
  • Wichita, KS PER_DIEM
  • The Manager of SEC Reporting plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely filing of financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This position requires strong techn...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Assistant Director of Research Administration Financial Reporting
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, KS FULL_TIME
  • Assistant Director of Research Administration Financial Reporting Department: RI Finance - Controller's Office Position Title: Assistant Director of Research Administration Financial Reporting Job Fam...
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Financial Reporting Manager
  • POET
  • Wichita, KS FULL_TIME
  • ABOUT POET At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years, o...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Sr. Financial Reporting Accountant
  • Symetra
  • USA, KS FULL_TIME
  • Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as a Sr. Financial Reporting Accountant in Investment Accounting and Reporting! About the role Symetra’s Investment Accounting department is looking ...
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Sr Mgr, Financial Reporting
  • Cboe Global Markets
  • Lenexa, KS FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionThe Senior Manager, Financial Reporting reports to the Director of Financial Reporting and manages the preparation, accuracy, and timely distribution of all periodic financial statement...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Associate Director, Financial Reporting
  • IDR Healthcare
  • Boston, MA
  • Associate Director of Financial Reporting IDR is seeking an Associate Director of Financial Reporting to join one of our...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Accountant
  • Western Alliance Bancorporation
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Job Title: Senior Accountant Location: CityScape What you'll do: The Senior Accountant role will be responsible for assi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Reporting Director
  • Axient
  • Huntsville, AL
  • **Overview** Axient is looking for a **Financial Reporting Director** that is a Senior level manager in a corporate role...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Grace Pacific LLC
  • Kapolei, HI
  • PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Manage Accounting & Financial Reporting staff (includes payroll) of all Grace Pacific entities. Overse...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Financial Reporting, Physician Practice Services
  • Community Health System
  • Franklin, TN
  • Job Description Community Health Systems is one of the nation's leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating h...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Systems Support Manager
  • Oldcastle APG
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Financial Reporting
  • JCW Group
  • Stamford, CT
  • JCW is currently recruiting on behalf of a global specialty insurer with a growing US presence. As a senior member of th...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Reporting Manager
  • Oldcastle APG
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kansas /ˈkænzəs/ (listen) is a U.S. state in the Midwestern United States. Its capital is Topeka and its largest city is Wichita, with its most populated county being Johnson County. Kansas is bordered by Nebraska on the north; Missouri on the east; Oklahoma on the south; and Colorado on the west. Kansas is named after the Kansa Native American tribe, which inhabited the area. The tribe's name (natively kką:ze) is often said to mean "people of the (south) wind" although this was probably not the term's original meaning. For thousands of years, what is now Kansas was home to numerous and divers...
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