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 :

Key Responsibilities

Budget Leadership and Maintenance

Lead the annual budget process and manage amendments, including university-wide setup of Student Technology 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 :

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).

Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and / or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

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 :

College / Business Unit

: Instructional Innovation & Technology Department : Business Services

Location

: Atlanta Campus Shift : 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 15 p.m. Salary : $120,000 - $130,000 FLSA Status : Exempt Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting

: 09 / 17 / 25, 8 : 48 : 32 PM

Closing Date

: 10 / 16 / 25, 3 : 59 : 00 AM Preferred Hiring Qualifications :

Special Instructions :

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must submit the following documents that clearly provide proof of education and relevant experience.

Georgia State University Values : COMMUNITY : Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING : Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION : Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better placeINTEGRITY : Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE : Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION : Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement : The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity : Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check : Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime : Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.