Job Information
University of Kentucky Accounting Director Principal in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| 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 |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | 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 | 04/22/2025 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- How many years of paid work experience do you have supervising Accounts Payable activities?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- Do you have experience related to implementing a new Accounts Payable or travel reimbursement accounting system?
- Yes
- No
- How many years of experience do you have working with electronic data interchange (EDI) for invoice processing?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- NACUBO (National Association of College and University Business Officers)
- UK Executive Recruiter
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HigherEdJobs.com
- None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
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