https://careercenter.afponline.org Latest AFP Online Job Center Jobs Wed, 20 May 2026 12:18:12 Z https://careercenter.afponline.org/jobs/rss/22285728/senior-accountant-finance-contracts-reporting https://careercenter.afponline.org/jobs/rss/22285728/senior-accountant-finance-contracts-reporting Nashville, Tennessee, Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Finance-Contracts Rptng Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Analyzes and reviews financial data, prepares financial statements and reports requiring advanced application and use of concepts, theories, principles, practices, regulations, and terminology of accounting, independently. Applies applicable regulations, policies and procedures. . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Evaluates and recommends improvements in accounting system procedures to ensure accurate application of accounting principles. * Analyzes, reviews and presents information and summary reports. * Approves and verifies transactions and reconciles highly complex transactions and accounts. Prepares complex journal and closing entries as well as general ledger accounts. * Formats, designs, and prepares moderate to complex financial reports and schedules. * The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES * Accounting Reporting (Advanced): Knowledge of the general financial accounting practices and principles. Able to analyze and interpret financial statements as well as develop reports and present them in a comprehensive and intelligent manner. * Regulatory Compliance (Advanced): Demonstrates knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations and apply them in difficult, stressful and complex situations. Able to interpret and explain rules and regulations that are ambiguous or unclear. Directs others in interpreting rules and regulations on the job and trains others in them. * Problem Solving (Advanced): Uses critical thinking and process improvement i.e. coaches and mentors development of problem statement, describes current state, identifies root causes, creates future state, coaches and mentors development of solutions and action plans with a sustainability plan. Applies appropriate tools to address issues. * Communication (Intermediate): Clearly, effectively and respectfully communicates to employees or customers. * Peer Leadership (Novice): The ability to show leadership and influence people of equal rank in an effort to accomplish team goals. Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more. At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution. Breadth of Knowledge: Has advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas. Team Interaction: Acts as a "go-to" resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small project teams. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications: Responsibilities: Certifications: Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: 4 years Education: Bachelor's This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. Wed, 20 May 2026 01:07:15 -0400 https://careercenter.afponline.org/jobs/rss/22267621/director-of-finance-business-operations https://careercenter.afponline.org/jobs/rss/22267621/director-of-finance-business-operations Chattanooga, Tennessee, Position Description This position is primarily responsible for all financial operations of the school including accounting, budgeting, cash management, payroll and audit functions. This position also has responsibility for human resources, technology and vendor relations. This position is an ambassador for our core values. Primary Responsibilities Development and monitoring of the annual operating budget for Board approval Timely financial reporting to the Head of School, Finance Committee and School Board Responsible for management of banking, investment and vendor relationships Human Resources oversight of policies and procedures Coordination and collaboration with technology services provider and point person for faculty and staff technology devices and purchasing/management of student device inventory Supervision of payroll and employee benefits functions Coordination of purchasing goods and services Collaborate with and advise the Head of School, Admissions and Finance committee for annual tuition increase projection to board and serve on annual financial aid committee Ensure monthly budget updates are provided to all budget owners Income and Tuition Revenue planning and oversight with FACTS management Ensure that financial record keeping is in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles Responsible for internal control policies to safeguard assets and monitor compliance Implementation and administration of tuition policies Coordinate with FACTS Grant and Aid, our third-party vendor in the calculation and allocation of financial aid, and scholarship funds to school families Assist in providing written and verbal communication to families as it pertains to the tuition model Coordination of annual external financial audit Insurance liaison for health insurance benefit offerings, choose beneficial plans as it pertains to employee health, life, and dental/vision insurance plans on an annual basis/open enrollment Assist in communication of school benefit policies to employees at annual renewal  Risk Management coordination of workers compensation claims, STD, LTD, student accident, auto accident, general liability and Tuition Refund Plan claims, and policy oversight Management of Business Office team and ensuring that service standards are met Generate and update of strategic financial plan in collaboration with the Head of School and Board Work on an as-needed basis with the parish administrator on any school/parish related expenses Serves on SAIS reaccreditation committees.  Special projects on an as-needed basis Performs various non-instructional duties, such as attendance, lunch and car duty, etc.  Maintain confidentiality concerning student, teacher, and parent information. Support and promote the mission and vision of St. Peter’s Episcopal School. Models the school’s mission of creating an educational environment that nurtures love of learning, joy of service and lively faith.  Models and helps students develop St. Peter’s core values (resilience, engagement, growth mindset, ambassador, inclusiveness) Evening and weekend hours, occasionally, as needed. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor Work Environment Job Classification: Administration Supervisor: Head of School Supervises: Yes Employment Status: Full-time, benefits eligible, exempt Work Schedule: 12 months, M-F 7:30 AM-4:30 PM   Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Master’s and/or CPA preferred Minimum of 5 years’ accounting experience Microsoft Excel-5 years’ experience preferred  Must possess sensitivity to and maintain confidential information Proficient in technology  Excellent interpersonal communication skills, customer service oriented Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent technology skills and advanced MS Word and Excel.  Ability to work well with students, faculty, staff, board members, and parents of students  Mon, 11 May 2026 09:30:10 -0400 https://careercenter.afponline.org/jobs/rss/22008128/assistant-associate-professor-of-economics-finance https://careercenter.afponline.org/jobs/rss/22008128/assistant-associate-professor-of-economics-finance Nashville, Tennessee, Job Description: The Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance at Tennessee State University (an HBCU and land-grant institution) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, beginning Fall 2026. We seek a highly qualified faculty member with a terminal degree in Economics or Finance, who can contribute to teaching, research, and service in a student-centered, AACSB -accredited College of Business. Primary Responsibilities: · Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics. · Maintain an active and productive research agenda, resulting in peer-reviewed publications. · Advise and mentor students academically and professionally. · Engage in curriculum development and program assessment activities. · Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities. · Support efforts to recruit and retain students within the Economics and Finance programs. · Collaborate with colleagues to foster interdisciplinary research and external partnerships. Preferred Qualifications: · Research and/or teaching interests aligned with applied economics, development economics, financial economics, public policy, or data analytics. · Evidence of prior teaching experience at the college/university level. · Experience using technology in teaching (such as online, hybrid, etc.). · Experience or strong interest in mentoring students and supporting student success initiatives. · Ability to contribute to efforts to expand diversity and inclusion within the field of economics. Wed, 20 May 2026 02:16:30 -0400