Bluefield College
Bluefield University Employment Opportunities
Bluefield University seeks a detail-oriented and mission-driven Director of Finance to oversee the university’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and proper management of institutional resources. The Director of Finance will play a key role in budget preparation, financial reporting, internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS
Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Prepare short-term and long-term cash flow projections. Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal/state regulations, and institutional policies. Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, gift accounting, and financial aid functions. Budgeting & Forecasting
Collaborate with VP for Finance and Administration to prepare the annual institutional budget. Work with Controller to ensure University spending is within budget constraints and provide related variance analysis and recommendations. Develop financial models to support long-term planning and strategic initiatives. Compliance & Audit
Coordinate external audits, ensuring timely completion and clean audit outcomes. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and accreditation financial reporting requirements. Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard institutional assets. Treasury & Cash Management
Oversee cash flow, banking relationships, and investment of institutional funds. Manage debt service and financing strategies in collaboration with leadership. Supervise finance staff, fostering professional growth and accountability. Partner with academic and administrative units to provide financial insights. Support grant reporting and restricted fund management. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field. Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial management. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role. Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, and financial analysis. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Preferred
CPA, CMA, MBA, or related advanced credential. Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Ellucian Colleague, Banner, Jenzabar, or similar higher-ed systems). Familiarity with higher education accounting standards and reporting (FASB, GASB). Prior experience in higher education, nonprofit, or grant-funded environments. Familiarity with fund accounting and financial aid regulations. Demonstrated experience with fund accounting and nonprofit financial management. Knowledge of endowment or investment management, and donor-restricted funds. ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. This position may require occasional lifting and transporting of photo and video equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The role may also involve standing, walking, bending, and reaching during equipment setup and breakdown at various locations. While much of the work takes place in a modern office environment, on-location shoots and event setups may include indoor and outdoor conditions. Specialized Equipment Requirements
The use of specialized equipment listed here is representative of equipment an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In addition to standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and copiers, this position requires regular use of photography and videography equipment, including cameras, tripods, lighting kits, microphones, and related gear. The role may involve transporting and setting up equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions and Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties, responsibilities, and functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties, responsibilities, and functions. While much of the work occurs in a typical office setting on the campus of a small private residential institution, this position also requires work at indoor and outdoor event locations, including occasional travel to remote sites within 500 miles of the main campus in Bluefield, Virginia. The role may include setup and breakdown of photo/video equipment in varying weather conditions and environments. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
This position is subject to at least an annual evaluation based upon the job duties, responsibilities, and functions as set forth above. APPROVALS
The job duties, responsibilities, functions, and requirements delineated above should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. Additional duties, responsibilities, and functions may be assigned as deemed appropriate. The University reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, responsibilities, and functions, or combine positions at any time. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose undue hardships on the University. Position descriptions are not intended to, and do not create employment contracts. The University maintains its status as an at-will employer. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
To apply for this position, please visit https://www.bluefield.edu/employment/ to complete the electronic staff employment application and upload the following: Letter of interest Resume or Curriculum Vitae Names and full contact information for at least three professional references Statement of Christian Faith Hard copy application materials may be sent to the Human Resources Department at Bluefield University, 3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA 24605. Additional information about Bluefield University is available at www.bluefield.edu. To be considered for this position, all application requirements listed above must be completed. Bluefield University is a Christ-centered learning community developing servant leaders to transform the world. We are looking to hire employees who will embrace this mission. Bluefield University is a private, not-for-profit institution affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia. Bluefield University shall not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs. This institution encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
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Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Prepare short-term and long-term cash flow projections. Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal/state regulations, and institutional policies. Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, gift accounting, and financial aid functions. Budgeting & Forecasting
Collaborate with VP for Finance and Administration to prepare the annual institutional budget. Work with Controller to ensure University spending is within budget constraints and provide related variance analysis and recommendations. Develop financial models to support long-term planning and strategic initiatives. Compliance & Audit
Coordinate external audits, ensuring timely completion and clean audit outcomes. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and accreditation financial reporting requirements. Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard institutional assets. Treasury & Cash Management
Oversee cash flow, banking relationships, and investment of institutional funds. Manage debt service and financing strategies in collaboration with leadership. Supervise finance staff, fostering professional growth and accountability. Partner with academic and administrative units to provide financial insights. Support grant reporting and restricted fund management. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field. Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial management. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role. Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, and financial analysis. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Preferred
CPA, CMA, MBA, or related advanced credential. Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Ellucian Colleague, Banner, Jenzabar, or similar higher-ed systems). Familiarity with higher education accounting standards and reporting (FASB, GASB). Prior experience in higher education, nonprofit, or grant-funded environments. Familiarity with fund accounting and financial aid regulations. Demonstrated experience with fund accounting and nonprofit financial management. Knowledge of endowment or investment management, and donor-restricted funds. ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. This position may require occasional lifting and transporting of photo and video equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The role may also involve standing, walking, bending, and reaching during equipment setup and breakdown at various locations. While much of the work takes place in a modern office environment, on-location shoots and event setups may include indoor and outdoor conditions. Specialized Equipment Requirements
The use of specialized equipment listed here is representative of equipment an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In addition to standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and copiers, this position requires regular use of photography and videography equipment, including cameras, tripods, lighting kits, microphones, and related gear. The role may involve transporting and setting up equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions and Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties, responsibilities, and functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties, responsibilities, and functions. While much of the work occurs in a typical office setting on the campus of a small private residential institution, this position also requires work at indoor and outdoor event locations, including occasional travel to remote sites within 500 miles of the main campus in Bluefield, Virginia. The role may include setup and breakdown of photo/video equipment in varying weather conditions and environments. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
This position is subject to at least an annual evaluation based upon the job duties, responsibilities, and functions as set forth above. APPROVALS
The job duties, responsibilities, functions, and requirements delineated above should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. Additional duties, responsibilities, and functions may be assigned as deemed appropriate. The University reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, responsibilities, and functions, or combine positions at any time. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose undue hardships on the University. Position descriptions are not intended to, and do not create employment contracts. The University maintains its status as an at-will employer. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
To apply for this position, please visit https://www.bluefield.edu/employment/ to complete the electronic staff employment application and upload the following: Letter of interest Resume or Curriculum Vitae Names and full contact information for at least three professional references Statement of Christian Faith Hard copy application materials may be sent to the Human Resources Department at Bluefield University, 3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA 24605. Additional information about Bluefield University is available at www.bluefield.edu. To be considered for this position, all application requirements listed above must be completed. Bluefield University is a Christ-centered learning community developing servant leaders to transform the world. We are looking to hire employees who will embrace this mission. Bluefield University is a private, not-for-profit institution affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia. Bluefield University shall not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs. This institution encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
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