Director for Resource Planning and Financial Strategy - Auxiliary Services

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Statesboro Campus, Statesboro, GA

Auxiliary Operations

The Director for Resource Planning and Financial Strategy provides strategic financial leadership, fiscal stewardship, and business planning for a diverse portfolio of self-supporting auxiliary enterprises, including Bookstore, Dining, Housing, Parking & Transportation, Printing & Postal, and the Health Center. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Auxiliary Services, the Director for Resource Planning and Financial Strategy serves as the senior financial strategist and advisor, ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of Auxiliary Services through comprehensive financial planning, resource allocation, and compliance oversight. This position works closely with Auxiliary leadership, university finance offices, and external stakeholders to align operational decision-making with institutional goals and market realities.

• Identify and evaluate new revenue streams, partnerships, efficiency strategies, and capital projects to strengthen Auxiliary Services'

  financial position and ensure financial viability

• Allocate resources strategically to balance service quality, mission delivery, and fiscal return
• Assess financial risks, ensure strong internal controls, and coordinate internal and external audits to uphold fiscal integrity and compliance
• Serve as a key advisor to the Associate Vice President and unit leaders, integrating financial analysis into strategic and operational decision-making and strengthening financial literacy across the division
• Supervise Auxiliary Business Services team
• Lead multi-year financial forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning to guide decision-making and ensure long-term fiscal sustainability
• Advise Auxiliary leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and investment strategies, aligning financial planning with institutional priorities, enrollment trends, and market dynamics
• Direct the annual budget development process for all Auxiliary units, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with divisional and university goals, while monitoring budgets, revenues, and expenditures throughout the year to maintain financial health
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and performance metrics to provide leadership and unit managers with clear, data-driven insights for informed decision-making
• Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities within Auxiliary Services, ensuring adherence to USG fiscal policies, state and federal regulations, and audit requirements
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports and analyses to support transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making for internal and external stakeholders

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree

Required Experience

• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible financial management experience, preferably in higher education, government, or large-scale non-profit/enterprise settings
• Demonstrated expertise in budget management, financial planning, and compliance
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation

Preferred Experience

• Experience overseeing finances for self-supporting or revenue-generating units in higher education
• Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., Workday, Banner) and higher education financial structures

$100,239 - $110,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

November 25, 2026

Application review may begin on November 12, 2026.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Proof of valid Drivers License upon hire and throughout employment.

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• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required
• Evening and weekend work may be required
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

• Position of Trust + Education & Credit