Accounting Director Principal

Job Title
Accounting Director Principal


Requisition Number
RE48719


Working Title
Accounts Payable Director


Department Name
3A700:Accounts Payable Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
50


Salary Range
$81,640-138,798/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BA



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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

7 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Job requires sitting for long periods, performing repetitive motion tasks and limited lifting.



Shift

Monday- Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm but as a professional, leadership role, will work extra as needed to meet goals and deadlines.



Job Summary

The University is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accounts Payable Director to lead and manage the Accounts Payable Services Department. This position will play a pivotal role in overseeing the efficient and compliant processing of all University payments, ensuring timely and accurate transactions that support the University’s mission, financial health, and operation success. The Accounts Payable Director will lead a team of professionals, collaborate with departments across campus, and oversee the integration of new technologies and process to streamline and improve efficiency. The Director will be a strategic partner to senior leadership in developing policies, ensuring adherence to regulations, and advancing best practices in accounts payable operations.

This search is being led by UK’s internal Executive Search Team. For more information about the position, please contact Mary Beth Bracken at 859-257-3348 or via email at marybeth.bracken@uky.edu.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Director role will hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration, complemented by at least seven years of progressive accounting leadership experience within a large, complex organization. They should possess a strong background in compliance, external reporting, and knowledge of federal, state, and university regulations. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of driving process improvements are essential. Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, coupled with a commitment to teamwork, are critical to fostering effective partnerships across departments and ensuring the organization’s financial operations run seamlessly.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Degree in Accounting or Business Administration



Deadline to Apply
01/26/2025


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