Senior Compliance Finance Officer

Morehouse School Of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Senior Compliance Finance Officer Location Atlanta, GA (Atlanta University Center area) : Reporting to the Director of Financial Compliance, the Senior Financial Compliance Officer is responsible for overseeing and ensuring financial compliance with aspects of awarded grants and contracts and all applicable financial regulations. This includes developing and implementing compliance programs and procedures, monitoring and assessing compliance risks, and investigating and resolving compliance issues. The Senior Financial Compliance Officer also works closely with senior management and stakeholders to ensure that financial operations are conducted in a compliant and ethical manner. Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
  • 7+ years of experience in financial compliance, preferably in higher education or other regulated industry.
  • Strong knowledge of all applicable financial regulations.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in post-award administration within an academic environment and an understanding of university business procedures and governmental regulations.
  • Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or demonstrated process improvement experience.
Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link EEO Statement Summary Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Job Duties Description of Job Duty
  • Develop and implement compliance programs and procedures for all aspects of the organization's financial operations.
  • Monitor and assess compliance risks and develop and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Investigate and resolve compliance issues and escalate significant issues to senior management.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for the financial management of grants and contracts.
  • Work closely with senior management and other departments to ensure that the organization's financial operations are conducted in a compliant and ethical manner.
  • Review award set-ups, budgets, and financial expenditures to ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and Uniform Guidance.
  • Prepare compliance reports and work closely with stakeholders to ensure grants and contracts are implemented and managed in accordance with all applicable financial and federal regulations.
  • Conduct audits and reviews of grant and contract financial records to ensure compliance.
  • Develop and deliver training to staff on financial compliance policies and procedures.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge and information on all applicable financial regulations and ensure that the organization's compliance programs and procedures are compliant.
  • Represent the organization to regulatory agencies and other stakeholders on compliance matters.

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Applicant Documents

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  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
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  • Other Document
Posted 2025-10-06

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