Assistant Dean, Finance & Business Operations

The NC State Poole College of Management is a nationally recognized, research-driven and student-centered business school housed at a top-tier public university known for excellence in science, technology, engineering and math ( STEM). Guided by NC State's land-grant mission, Poole delivers high-value, high-return business education that's accessible, practical and impactful.

With 4,400+ students, 35,000+ alumni and 190+ faculty and staff, Poole is a vibrant community of scholars, teachers, advisors, career coaches and industry experts dedicated to student and alumni success. In just over 30 years, the college has built a strong reputation, with several business analytics programs consistently ranked in the top 10 in the nation.

Poole offers a robust portfolio of academic and non-credit programs, including undergraduate degrees in accounting, business administration and economics; professional master's degrees in accounting ( MAC), business administration ( MBA) and management (specialized master's); master's and doctoral degrees in economics in collaboration with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences; as well as graduate certificates, Executive Education and Lifelong Learning programs. The college prepares students for successful careers through high-impact experiences such as practicum projects, case competitions, career mentorship and global programs so they graduate with the skills, connections and confidence to lead.

Our faculty are thought leaders who publish in leading academic journals and share timely insights through the Poole Thought Leadership platform. Academic departments include Accounting; Economics; Finance; Information Technology, Analytics and Operations ( ITAO); Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship ( MIE); and Marketing. Our signature initiatives - including the Business Analytics and AI Initiative, Business Sustainability Collaborative, Enterprise Risk Management Initiative, and Supply Chain Resource Cooperative - connect students and faculty with industry to tackle real-world challenges.

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The Poole College of Management is seeking an accomplished financial and operational leader to serve as its next Assistant Dean for Finance and Business Operations. In this pivotal role, you will shape the College's resource strategy and provide executive-level guidance on accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, and risk management. Reporting directly to the Dean and serving on the Executive Committee, you will be a key voice in planning and policy-making-ensuring that the College has the financial strength and operational insight needed to advance its mission.

As Assistant Dean for Finance and Business Operations, you will oversee the management of college finances with a strong focus on controlling costs, appropriately increasing revenues, and ensuring compliance with state regulations and generally accepted accounting principles. You will develop, implement, and evaluate management and spending policies across a wide range of areas, including administrative charges, state-appropriated funds, capital improvements, consulting services, property management, course registration fees, indirect funds, educational and technology fees, student fees, overhead, trust, discretionary, and endowments.

You will serve as a key liaison with the University Budget Office, Controller's Office, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Contracts and Grants, and other offices as needed. Collaboration with these units will be essential to successfully manage quarterly and fiscal year-end closeouts, while ensuring adherence to all University, federal, and external agency rules, regulations, and policy guidelines.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Beyond finance, you will also hold primary responsibility for overseeing facilities, strategic projects, business intelligence, and college transactional support, ensuring that these operational areas align with and advance the College's strategic priorities.

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there will be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the college's operations.

Requires a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree with a minimum of three (3) years or greater of related professional experience, or a relevant undergraduate degree and a minimum of five (5) years or greater of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree.

CPA, MBA preferred.

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Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

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