Business Director

We are looking for a Business Director to provide financial and operational leadership for a higher education environment in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core controller functions, strengthen business processes, and support sound decision-making through accurate reporting and disciplined document management. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate administrative and financial activities across multiple priorities.

Responsibilities:
• Direct financial oversight activities, including budgeting support, expense monitoring, and reporting that helps leadership make informed business decisions.
• Establish and maintain organized document control practices to ensure records are accurate, accessible, and handled in accordance with institutional standards.
• Manage high-volume scanning and digital filing workflows to support efficient record retention and retrieval.
• Review, compile, and validate business documentation for completeness, consistency, and compliance with internal requirements.
• Partner with academic and administrative stakeholders to improve operational procedures and maintain effective controls.
• Prepare summaries, reports, and supporting materials for audits, reviews, and leadership presentations.
• Monitor day-to-day business operations within the function and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, timeliness, and service quality.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a business, finance, or controller-focused leadership role, preferably within higher education or a similarly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of document control, records organization, and administrative workflow management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage document scanning, digital recordkeeping, and compilation of business materials with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proficiency in financial reporting, budget support, and operational analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and sound judgment when handling sensitive or confidential information.

Compensation

$125,000.00-$145,000.00 Yearly

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