Job Responsibilities

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina is seeking a Director of Facilities Finance in the Department of Facilities and Engineering. This role works under the general supervision of the Vice President of Facilities and Engineering; serves as the primary contact between VPFE and the Budget office.  Will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and disperses directives; guidance and information to each Director to assist in division budget preparation.
• Provides technical assistance to each Director in individual budget preparation; collects and reviews all division budget data to maintain consistency with departmental budget requirements.
• Determines accounting procedures, financial analysis and controls are adequate and that the financial informational needs of the department and its customers are met.
• Responsible for overseeing all departmental accounting and financial procedures.
• Provides an internal control function for the department; assuring that all college required procedures for timekeeping, control of financial resources, records and accountability are being met.
• Collects and analyzes financial information throughout the year for possible mid-year adjustments and guidance in upcoming year's budget.
• Develops ongoing budget performance reports and analysis providing financial guidance and recommendations to the Vice President, AVP, and Division Directors.
• Works with the Finance and Business Services Department in order to maintain accurate accounting records for all plant funds, including secondary oversight of capital construction and renovation projects.

 Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field
• Must have progressive professional experience directly related; such as accounting, auditing, finance or commercial lending.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting, banking, budgeting, financial management or investment.
• Knowledge of state government fiscal accounting processes. Knowledge of financial EDP systems.
• Knowledge of rate-making practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic commercial laws, the Uniform Commercial Code and commercial lending practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports.
• Ability to review and guide the budget and accounting duties of departmental peers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Read more about our benefits, on our HR website

About The Citadel College

The Citadel, also known as the Military College of South Carolina, is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston, you are close to great restaurants, shopping and much more.  Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report, 2022) for schools with up to a master’s degree, the opportunities are endless.

There are about 2,300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets, 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors, 57 Minors, pre-health professions, and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1,000 students attend the Graduate College, evening and online programs