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Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Washington Athletics has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO to join their team.

Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an **IMPACT** by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in **GROWTH** through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a **COMMUNITY** who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that **INCLUSION** means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all.

With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities.

For more detailed information, please visit our Washington Athletics Candidate Dashboard (https://gohuskies.com/sports/2023/8/26/ica-candidate-dashboard.aspx) .

The Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO oversees the comprehensive financial operations of the Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) department, ensuring alignment with university-wide fiscal policies and strategic objectives. This leadership role is responsible for managing the annual departmental budget process, developing long-range financial plans, overseeing audit compliance, and supervising key personnel in the Business and Travel Offices. With a strong focus on financial stewardship, compliance, and strategic planning, this role serves as a vital liaison between ICA and central university offices, playing a key role in supporting the department’s financial health, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability, ensuring that goals, objectives and policies are in strict adherence to NCAA, Conference, ICA and University of Washington rules and regulations.

The CFO reports to the Deputy Director of Athletics/Chief Operating Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management & Athletic Department Budget:

+ Evaluate, monitor, and improve department’s accounting practices, policies and procedures to ensure compliance and alignment with University guidelines and requirements.

+ Coordinate the development of ICA annual budget guidelines in alignment with University guidelines and requirements.

+ Leveraging University systems, compile and review budget submissions from units across the department; collaborate with leadership to finalize the annual budget.

+ Prepare financial reports and budget documentation for internal leadership and university financial partners.

+ Conduct detailed monitoring of departmental budget activity and engage with unit budget managers to support compliance and recommend corrective action for unfavorable variances.

+ Utilize University financial tracking tools and dashboards to assist with forecasting, scenario planning, and executive decision-making.

+ Track and manage recurring financial commitments such as legal fees and campus service agreements.

Long Range Financial Planning:

+ Lead and own development of long-term financial models to support the department’s strategic priorities

+ Project and monitor multi-year operating revenue and expense trends, capital expenditures, and fund balances.

+ Prepare cash flow projections and assist in planning for reserve and liquidity needs in collaboration with central university offices.

+ Support analysis related to debt service planning and coordinate with the University Treasury Office as needed.

State, City, Internal and Financial Audits:

+ Coordinate all audits including any audit responses.

+ Write management discussion and analysis for annual financial audit report.

+ Lead the department’s preparation and documentation for the NCAA Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) review.

Personnel Functions:

+ Supervise Business Office and Travel Office staff, ensuring effective operations and professional development.

+ Provide day-to-day guidance and direction on departmental financial policy, procedures, and compliance in alignment with University guidelines.

Other Financial and Management Responsibilities:

+ Support risk management efforts, including insurance coverage and claims coordination.

+ Prepare and submit required financial and equity reporting, including the EADA report, NCAA, and conference filings.

+ Assist in the development and review of RFPs, vendor contracts, and financial terms.

+ Track revenue-generating contracts for performance incentives and ensure accurate invoicing and collections.

+ Ensure compliance with state ethics requirements in financial transactions and reporting.

+ Serve as a key liaison to central university offices including the University Controller’s Office, Treasury, Budget, and Tax.

+ May direct and supervise other ICA units/personnel as assigned by Director of Athletics.

Outreach:

+ Responsible for periodic reports and presentations to campus constituents, including the Board of Regents, the Office of the President, the Advisory Committee on Intercollegiate Athletics, Treasury Office, Tyee Executive Committee and Tyee Board, and others as needed.

Compliance

Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

**Required Skills and Experience** :

Bachelor’s degree and six to eight years of financial management and supervisory experience required to include three to five years of senior level staff or management experience required.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration.

Additional Requirements:

Outstanding oral and written communication skills needed; must be able to communicate complex financial concepts clearly. Leader in creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. Ability and commitment to work effectively with diverse populations of staff, coaches, and students needed. Ability to work some nights and weekends and travel as needed.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and CPA, advanced degree in business, accounting or finance desirable. Experience with Workday Financial system. Experience working in the sports industry (collegiate or professional) and/or higher education preferred.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$180,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$219,996.00 annual

Other Compensation:

- Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions. - Non-local candidates may be eligible for a moving allowance.

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.