Financial Director Jobs in Tennessee
Financial Director jobs in Tennessee are open across Knoxville, Martin, and Nashville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like University of Tennessee, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and Ankura Consulting hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Title: Associate Director of Financial Aid-Student Engagement
Division: Business and Finance
Department: Financial Aid
Number of hours per week: 37.5
Days to be worked: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)
Job Type:
Campus: Main Campus
Position Number: 071290
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Basis: Monthly
Job Description
Tennessee State University Office of Financial Aid invites applicants for the position of Associate Director of Financial Aid for Student Engagement.
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Financial Aid for Student Engagement provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for student-facing financial aid services, outreach, and engagement initiatives. This role is responsible for enhancing the student and family experience by ensuring clear communication, proactive outreach, and equitable access to financial aid resources. The Associate Director collaborates closely with campus partners to support student success, retention, and completion while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations.
Job Responsibilities
Student Engagement and Outreach:
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive student engagement strategy for financial aid, including outreach to prospective, current, and special population students (e.g., first-generation, low-income, transfer, adult learners).
- Oversee financial aid communications, ensuring messaging is clear, accurate, timely, and student-centered across multiple platforms (email, website, social media, presentations, and events).
- Coordinate and deliver financial aid workshops, information sessions, orientations, and financial literacy programming for students and families.
- Serve as a primary advocate for the student experience within the Office of Financial Aid, using data and feedback to inform service improvements.
Leadership and Supervision:
- Supervise and mentor professional and/or support staff responsible for student services, outreach, and front-line financial aid operations.
- Establish priorities, manage workloads, and ensure processing deadlines are met.
- Recommend and implement process improvements and technology enhancements to improve the student experience and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to strategic planning and annual goal setting for the Office of Financial Aid.
- Manage and evaluate third-party partnerships related to the financial aid student experience ensuring services align with institutional goals, compliance requirements, and student-centered values.
Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in financial aid administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proven experience in student engagement, outreach, or customer service leadership.
- Supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Job Category: Administrative/Professional
Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
References
Minimum References Required: 2
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 1
Optional Documents
Position Title: Associate Director of Financial Aid-Student Engagement
Division: Business and Finance
Department: Financial Aid
Number of hours per week: 37.5
Days to be worked: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)
Job Type:
Campus: Main Campus
Position Number: 071290
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Basis: Monthly
Job Description
Tennessee State University Office of Financial Aid invites applicants for the position of Associate Director of Financial Aid for Student Engagement.
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Financial Aid for Student Engagement provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for student-facing financial aid services, outreach, and engagement initiatives. This role is responsible for enhancing the student and family experience by ensuring clear communication, proactive outreach, and equitable access to financial aid resources. The Associate Director collaborates closely with campus partners to support student success, retention, and completion while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations.
Job Responsibilities
Student Engagement and Outreach:
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive student engagement strategy for financial aid, including outreach to prospective, current, and special population students (e.g., first-generation, low-income, transfer, adult learners).
- Oversee financial aid communications, ensuring messaging is clear, accurate, timely, and student-centered across multiple platforms (email, website, social media, presentations, and events).
- Coordinate and deliver financial aid workshops, information sessions, orientations, and financial literacy programming for students and families.
- Serve as a primary advocate for the student experience within the Office of Financial Aid, using data and feedback to inform service improvements.
Leadership and Supervision:
- Supervise and mentor professional and/or support staff responsible for student services, outreach, and front-line financial aid operations.
- Establish priorities, manage workloads, and ensure processing deadlines are met.
- Recommend and implement process improvements and technology enhancements to improve the student experience and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to strategic planning and annual goal setting for the Office of Financial Aid.
- Manage and evaluate third-party partnerships related to the financial aid student experience ensuring services align with institutional goals, compliance requirements, and student-centered values.
Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in financial aid administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proven experience in student engagement, outreach, or customer service leadership.
- Supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Job Category: Administrative/Professional
Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
References
Minimum References Required: 2
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 1
Optional Documents
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Financial Director Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
- University of Tennessee2
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center2
- Ankura Consulting1
- Tennessee State University1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education4
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial director jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred or required
- 10 or more years of progressive finance and accounting experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Experience managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls frameworks
Financial Director Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many financial director jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 6+ financial director openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Knoxville, Martin, and Nashville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
Which Tennessee cities have the most financial director jobs?
Knoxville, Martin, and Nashville have the most financial director openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire financial directors in Tennessee?
Employers hiring financial directors in Tennessee include University of Tennessee, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and Ankura Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote financial director jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 0% of financial director openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for financial director jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to financial director jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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