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Director of Financial Reporting

Dartmouth College
remote work
United States, New Hampshire, Hanover
7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)
Jan 12, 2026
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Posting date 01/12/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1127161
Position Title Director of Financial Reporting
Hiring Range Minimum 136,000
Hiring Range Maximum $170,000
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM

The Director is expected to be on campus for key business needs, including-but not limited to-major audit milestones (interim and yearend fieldwork), fiscal yearend close activities, critical crossfunctional meetings with campus partners, and occasional inperson staff and leadership meetings. Additional onsite presence may be required during periods of significant projects or policy/system changes.
Location of Position
Hybridpreferred, with remote work optional
The Director is expected to be on campus for key business needs, including-but not limited to-major audit milestones (interim and yearend fieldwork), fiscal yearend close activities, critical crossfunctional meetings with campus partners, and occasional inperson staff and leadership meetings. Additional onsite presence may be required during periods of significant projects or policy/system changes.
Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. NA
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose
Plays a leadership role in the design, development and oversight of critical procedures and systems related to the accounting and reporting of Dartmouth's nancial transactions. Directs all aspects of Financial Reporting department to ensure the accuracy of external nancial reports and tax returns. Provides guidance to scal ocers and other nancial managers throughout the institution on nancial accounting and reporting matters. Works closely with the Information Technology & Consulting department on initiatives related to Oracle Financials modules.
Plays a leadership role on the Controller's Oce management team. Identies and leads change management and process improvement tasks for accounting and reporting related functions around the institution. Develops and maintains strong relationships with external auditors and other service providers.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Skills & Knowledge

* In-depth knowledge of accounting and taxes for complex not-for-profit organizations, preferably higher education.
* Knowledge of GAAP, FASB and higher education reporting standards.
* Excellent analytical/critical thinking abilities.
* Ability to plan work, set priorities and manage multiple priorities, and changes in schedules and priorities.
* Knowledge of internal controls.
* Highly proficient with computer applications, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe; familiarity with complex financial systems, preferably Oracle.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Initiative, sound judgment and ability to work independently.
* Commitment to diversity; ability to work effectively with all constituencies in a diverse institution.

Minimum Experience

* Seven to ten years of relevant experience in a related field.
* Previous supervisory experience.

Minimum Education

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management, or other applicable fields.
* CPA required.
Preferred Qualifications
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Jen Renaud
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3001
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jen Renaud
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/84322
Key Accountabilities


Description
Leadership and Management

  • With minimal supervision, lead day-to-day activities and long-term planning of Dartmouth's Financial Reporting and Endowment and Investment Accounting teams.
  • Work cross-functionally with customers in the different schools and departments. Main contact for accounting questions across campus.
  • Directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and priorities in this area. Evaluates work processes to streamline and gain eciencies.
  • Manages, hires, evaluates and provides support and training to staff.
  • Provides support to Tax Manager to ensure timely completion of all tax lings including 990, 990T and related entity filings, as needed for Dartmouth College and its related entities. Responsible for reviewing returns to ensure accuracy. Actively participates in analyzing effect of major new tax reporting changes and communicating issues to those affected, including Senior Management.
  • Plays a leadership role in developing and managing Dartmouth's nancial reporting policies and processes. Provides input on other related policy matters and initiatives within the Finance and Administration division and for departments across campus.
  • Responsible for ensuring the integrity of Oracle General Ledger is maintained, including working with the Director of Institutional Accounting and Controller to evaluate need for changes to certain rules, security settings and access.

Percentage Of Time 35


Description
Fiscal Close and External Reporting

  • Plan, coordinate and oversee year end close and external audit.
  • Plan and communicate campus wide fiscal year-end responsibilities, including key dates, general information and scheduling IT support.
  • Plan and communicate Financial Reporting and Endowment and Investment Accounting Team fiscal year-end work responsibilities, to both facilitate timely fiscal close, along with preparation of year-end workbook to support financial statements and audit.
  • Analyzes new FASB reporting requirements, informs senior management of implications and potential impact, develops programs and procedures to respond to changing external environment, and works with others across campus to implement plans that are appropriate for Dartmouth.
  • Review detailed year-end support for financial statements. Compile financial statements, including footnotes.
  • Facilitate financial statement review with relevant stakeholders.
  • Liaise with external auditors during both interim and year-end audit process. First and main point of contact for auditors.
  • Perform reconciliation between GAAP Financial Statements and Internal Operating Statements.
  • Plan and lead efforts to complete additional financial reporting, including:
  • Employee Benefit Plans Financial Statements
  • Related Entity Financial Statements
  • Uniform Guidance Report

  • NCAA Agreed Upon Procedures

Percentage Of Time 35


Description
Training/Outreach/Collaboration

  • Assures a high level of service to Fiscal Ocers and nancial managers across campus. Research and resolve issues related to implementation of Dartmouth's accounting and reporting policies and procedures.
  • Oversee development of training materials for nancial topics, reporting tools and related system functionality and business processes.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Accounting, Controller, ITC partners and other senior nance staff on accounting and reporting policies and processes.
  • Collaborate with the Financial Planning & Budget Team on quarterly reporting and other projects as needed.
  • Collaborate with the Assistant VP of Finance and Treasury Management on matters relating to post-issuance compliance.
  • Compiles nancial information for special projects, which could include nancial forecasts, trend analysis, historical data compilation, ratio comparisons, etc. Oversee the reporting for capital projects.

Percentage Of Time 20


Description
Systems

  • Oversee the maintenance and segment creations of the chart of accounts.
  • Ensures the integrity of Oracle General Ledger is maintained, including working with the Director of Institutional Accounting and Controller to evaluate need for changes to certain rules, security settings and access.

Percentage Of Time 10
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-- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
-- Performs other duties as assigned.
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