Associate Director, Business Services

Description

Associate Director, Business Services

 

Georgia State University

 

Instructional Innovation and Technology

 

Business Services

 

Why Work at Georgia State University (GSU)?

Are you ready to help transform lives through academic excellence, innovative technology, research, and strong community partnerships? Georgia State University is ranked among the Top 5 Most Innovative Universities by U.S. News & World Report (2025). As a dynamic research institution, GSU offers a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment for staff, faculty, and students alike.

Join us in driving digital transformation in higher education and making a meaningful impact on our community. GSU’s vibrant culture, career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and core values—respect, integrity, collaboration, and accountability—make it an employer of choice within the University System of Georgia.

Why Join our team in the Instructional Innovation and Technology (IIT) Division?

The IIT division is the hub for innovation, supporting learning, student success, research, and economic development. Here’s what makes IIT a great place to work:

·       Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

·       Access to cutting-edge technologies

·       A collaborative and creative team culture

·       A strong sense of purpose and impact in our work

 

Position Overview:

The Associate Director of Business Services plays a key leadership role in managing the financial operations of the IIT division. Reporting directly to the Vice President /Chief Innovation Officer, this position oversees budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, procurement, and policy development to ensure fiscal integrity and strategic resource management.

This role is responsible for managing financial resources across state, sponsored, and departmental funding, and leads all financial activities for the division.

We need an individual with the following Key Skills:

·       Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving

·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·       Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

·       Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

·       Commitment to collaboration, teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement

·       Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking, and analytical abilities

·       Self-starter, independent worker, and proficient problem solver.

·       Master’s degree in business administration or a related field

·       Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

·       Experience in higher education or public sector financial management

·       Familiarity IT budget/planning and IT contract management

·       Experience with Public Sector, Sponsored and other funding types

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Budget Leadership and Maintenance

Lead the annual budget process and manage amendments, including university-wide setup of Tech Fee Project Budgets.

Transaction Tracking

Develop and maintain internal budget tracking tools that go beyond the capabilities of Spectrum.

Financial Accounting

Ensure accurate recording of revenues and expenses; initiate corrections and oversee chargebacks.

Financial Analysis and Reporting

Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; respond to surveys and ad hoc analysis requests.

System Access Control

Evaluate and manage access to Spectrum and PantherMart systems; conduct bi-annual audits.

Invoicing and Collections

Ensure timely receipt and accurate recording of internal and external funds.

Transaction Review and Approval

Verify budget availability for HR and financial transactions, including temporary and student staff.

Policy and Procedure Oversight

Develop and enforce IIT-specific policies aligned with university and state guidelines.

Procurement Oversight

Ensure compliance with purchasing policies; optimize cost, vendor selection, and product quality.

Contract Management

Monitor recurring IT contracts for necessity, priority, and cost; ensure funding is secured.

Special Projects

Support strategic planning and resource management initiatives as assigned by the CIO.

Leadership

Directly supervise two key positions:

·       Manager, IIT Financial Services

·       Manager, IIT Procurement

 

What Makes GSU a Great Place to Work?

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, tuition assistance, pension/other retirement plans, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Legal, Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Work Environment: Supporting work-life balance

Collaborative Culture: Knowledge-sharing across departments and with partners

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025

(Application Submission Closing Date is subject to change without notice).

Qualifications

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications: 

Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess the following:

·       Familiarity with departmental sales/service budgets

·       Proficient with Windows Environment, Spectrum, Panthermart, Banner

·       Financial Edge, WORKS, Web Invoicing, Argos, SharePoint, MarketPlace/Touchnet, PERS, and various Microsoft Office Packages.

College/Business Unit
10/15/25, 11:59:00 PM

College/Business Unit: Instructional Innovation & Technology
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 09/17/25, 4:48:32 PM