Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO

Position Information

General Information

Position Number

012588

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Working Title

Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO

Position Designation

Position Information

General Information

Position Number

012588

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Working Title

Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO

Position Designation

EHRA Non-Faculty

Employment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Months per Year

12

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, nights and weekends as needed.

Hours per week

40

FLSA Status

Exempt

Division

Athletics

Department

Athletics (Adm)

Work Location

SAC

Salary Range

$88,675 - $105,000

Primary Purpose of Department

The mission of the Athletic Department at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is to operate within the perspective of the overall educational programs. With a balanced program that supports opportunities for all students and staff, the department promotes a total person concept that provides its student-athletes with the necessary tools to be successful in academic, athletic and social settings. The Department of Athletic supports the highest ethical standards of the University, the NCAA and Conference Affiliation.

Primary Purpose of Position

Responsible to the Director of Athletics for fiscal operations of the Department of Athletics, Student Activities Center (SAC), Charlotte 49ers Ventures, and the Charlotte 49ers Athletic Foundation.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets by collaborating with department heads and coaches.
• Monitor travel, purchasing, financial aid, and any miscellaneous expenses.
• Manage the internal Athletic Department Business Office and provide administrative budget approval for internal budgets.
• Provide regular budget reports to department heads and coaches.
• Develop funding models for all major athletics facilities projects
• Project and forecast revenue and expenditures on an ongoing basis to ensure a positive year-end budget outcome
• Act as Controller for the Department of Athletics while working with the University Controller’s Office to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures and GASB accounting standards.
• Coordinate all financial audits, both external and internal, concerning the Department of Athletics. These include, but are not limited to, the annual Department of Education Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) Report, the annual NCAA Agreed Upon Procedures Report, and an annual internal Department of Athletics report.
• Oversee insurance program for student-athletes, vehicles, and travel.
• Manage agreements with travel agencies and other services.
• Evaluate processes and make recommendations to establish an environment of continuous improvement for the Athletics Business Office.
• Utilizes available resources to streamline workflows and create efficiencies with a focus on reducing paper-based workflows.
• Work with overall departmental strategic planning and conference positioning.
• Work with the American Conference office on various items.
• Assist the Director of Athletics in other capacities as necessary and as assigned.
• Abide by all written policies, procedures, and guidelines of the University of North Carolina Charlotte, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations

Minimum Education/Experience

Undergraduate degree in a related field (Administration, business, or accounting) and previous experience in managing a business operation.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Masters degree in related field; experience working in college athletics or in higher education.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

Valid Drivers License

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/bene...

Posting Open Date

08/21/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Proposed Hire Date

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • UNC Charlotte Website
   • HERC Job Board
   • Inside Higher Education
   • Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
   • Another Website
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. Do you have an undergraduate degree in a related field (Administration, business, or accounting) and previous experience in managing a business operation?

   • Yes
   • No

4. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one before the first day of hire?

   • No
   • Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest 3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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