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University of Memphis

Associate Director, Athletic Finance

University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Posting Number SAECC4334 Advertised Title Associate Director, Athletic Finance Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 016793 Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department Athletic Business Office

Minimum Position Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of relevant experience or Master’s degree and one (1) year of relevant experience. Degree must be obtained by December 31, 2025. Experience may include full-time/part-time work as former student-athletes, athletics internships, graduate assistantships, coaching roles, or any other comparable experiences within NCAA athletics or professional sport environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions The department is especially interested in candidates with experience in a collegiate athletic or professional athletic environment as well as candidates who possess a background in financial accounting.

Initial screening of applicants will begin on September 8, 2025.

Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Will require work beyond normal schedule including some nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Posting Date 09/05/2025 Closing Date Open Until Screening Begins Yes Hiring Range $50,000 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Working Conditions

Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants: All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of administrative/business office methods and procedures, as well as NCAA rules and policies

Ability to communicate effectively and strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of accounting and finance principles

Proficiency with Microsoft products and spreadsheet software programs such as Word and Excel, web browsers, query tools, financial systems, and/or other types of records management systems

Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance

Additional Position Information Must be able to comply with all Athletics department, University, Board of Trustees, Athletic Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures.

Benefits of Employment Full-time, non-police employees only.

Job Duties Budget & Finance

Create, update and coordinate distribution of budget reports for assigned sports and departments.

Monitor assigned budgets throughout each fiscal year and communicate regularly with Business Office leadership on status.

Hold regular meeting with assigned sports and departments to provide updates on budget standing and address any concerns

Financial Reporting

Assist with data collection and data organization for all required annual reporting (NCAA, EADA, Conference, State, University, etc.).

Support the Athletics CFO and Assistant Athletic Director, Finance by providing all necessary information to auditors in annual department audits.

Financial Accounting

Complete daily deposits of cash/checks and accurate recording of credit/other sales. Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained for audit purposes and compliance with appropriate policies and procedures.

Assist in monthly/quarterly reconciliation of ticket sales for assigned sports working collaboratively with appropriate Athletic Ticket Office staff.

Perform regular quality control review of all financial transactions and make correcting entries where needed.

Accounts Payable

Review all Nike invoices and collaborate with Business Office leadership to ensure invoices are paid correctly and in a timely manner.

Assist with payment of all expenses related to the Memphis Athletic Foundation and ensure proper funds are used for each expense.

Facilitate the creation, review, and execution of all game contracts and track and ensure any with financial guarantees are budgeted appropriately and paid in a timely manner.

Human Resources/Payroll

Create monthly reports on departmental staff Nike Elite usage and Courtesy Car usage and submit appropriate information to Payroll.

Initiate the hiring process for temporary, student and graduate assistants, staff members and monitor and communicate with HR and Business Office leadership on status and any needed actions.

Review and assist with completion of all bi-weekly timesheets and monthly leave reports for department staff.

Submit all necessary information for any type of extra pay for new or current staff (extra pay, moving allowance, car allowance, cell phone stipend, etc.).

Ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Administrative

Assist in management of departmental phone line & calendar and in the dissemination of department wide information, as needed.

Manage Business Office Inventory as assigned.

Attend Athletics events as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

* Please describe your experience in NCAA intercollegiate athletics. If none, list N/A. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents Required Documents

Resume

References List

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

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