Director, Student Services Business Office

Troy University
Troy University

Posted on Aug 27, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information
Posting Number SF2585P
Position Title Director, Student Services Business Office
Position Type Professional/Salaried
Department Controller's Office - Troy
Division Finance and Administration
Campus Troy
Work Status Full-Time (FT)
Temporary No
Location Troy - T01
Job Summary
The Director position in the Student Services Business Office (under the supervision of the Controller’s Office) assists the Student Services Department with management and oversight of fiscal operations to include tax compliance, budgeting services, payment services, monitoring of internal controls, and financial reporting to the Controller’s Office.

Essential Functions:
- Advises, establishes, maintains, and monitors a strong system of financial and internal controls for the Student Services Department in coordination with the Dean of Student Services.
- Builds and maintains financial templates and reports as needed in the current financial reporting software. Prepares financial reports, department allocation reports, inventory reports or other specialized reports on a regular or ad hoc basis.
- Assists in the development of the annual budget as well as detailed monthly analysis of Student Services revenue and spend history. Reviews, analyzes, approves, and prepares budget transfers and other accounting allocations.
- Assists the Controller’s Office and Foundation Accounting with the tracking, reporting, and compliance of all Student Services Department transactions. Prepares and reviews expense vouchers, invoices, purchase requisitions or other transactions for one or more departments, in compliance with approved budgets, University and/or Foundation policy and with appropriate delegation of tasks to the Student Services Staff Accountant.
- Assists with the fiscal year-end process and preparation of the annual financial report to include reconciliation and review of financial accounts or processes as needed throughout the year.
- Assist the Controller’s Office as needed and assume additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including providing support for accounting, financial reporting, and other operational functions.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution.
2. Minimum of five years of accounting, budget and/or financial management experience at progressively responsible levels.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution
2. Experience at an institution of higher education in budgeting or accounting services functions

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility
Work Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
N/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? Yes
Posting Date 08/26/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/48326

Reference Letters

Reference Letters
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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  2. Please specify:

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  3. * Regarding your current employment status, please select one of the following:
    • Not a current Troy University employee
    • Current part-time Troy employee (including adjunct faculty)
    • Current full-time Troy employee - initial appraisal period complete
    • Current full-time Troy employee - still within initial appraisal period (six months for new employees and three months for promoted employees)
  4. * Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have a minimum of five years of accounting, budget and/or financial management experience at progressively responsible levels?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References
  4. Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents